CARTER MAZUR INTERVIEW, Lombardi's Rise, and Edvinsson's ELC - Apr. 12th, 2023

We are pleased to be joined by University of Denver champion, Grand Rapids Griffins forward, and Detroit Red Wings prospect Carter Mazur!

First, we recap Detroit's recent games and where it has left them in the Connor Bedard Draft Lottery standings, with the Islanders, Canucks, Blues, and Capitals all factoring into the Red Wings' draft pick luck. Also, a heated discussion on the wear & tear of tanking & what Steve Yzerman has to do this offseason (3:30). Next, we discuss the decision to send Simon Edvinsson down after 9 games, sliding his ELC to next season: was it the right decision, how he compares to past rookies like Seider & Raymond's paths, & more (20:35).

Next, our interview with Carter Mazur, where we discuss his path to the AHL, how Little Caesars, USHL, & NCAA hockey shaped his game, how his connection to Kris Draper led him to Hockeytown, his ability to score & grind, whether he wants to be compared to Darren Helm or Tyler Bertuzzi, & so much more! (30:55)

Amadeus Lombardi has wrapped up a phenomenal season with the Flint Firebirds, and has been reassigned to the Grand Rapids Griffins. We discuss whether Lombardi is the real deal, how the mid-round steal has lit the hockey world on fire, whether he may join Cossa in Toledo, & whether Mickey Redmond is right that he can make some noise in Traverse City next season (52:33).

Finally, some NHL notes including Husso's workload, Wideman's comments to Toronto for playing Jett Alexander, & lots more (1:03:25) before we take your questions during Overtime (1:13:15) - enjoy!

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