The Detroit Red Wings have made a significant move by recalling Elmer Soderblom from the AHL's Grand Rapids Griffins, adding a unique prospect to their roster. Standing at 6-foot-8, Soderblom is remarkably the tallest player on both the Griffins and the Red Wings, bringing impressive puck skills and a powerful shot to the ice. Though his offensive production has not fully met expectations, he is on track to surpass his 29-point tally from last season, with 17 points in 38 games this year. His recent performance includes four points in the last three games and he has shown marked improvement in using his size to protect the puck.

Soderblom's previous stint with the Red Wings during the 2022-23 season saw him average just over 12 minutes on ice across 21 games, scoring eight points. This call-up illustrates the Red Wings' commitment to integrating their promising young talent into the NHL. As they navigate the season, Soderblom aims to secure a stable position within the Red Wings' lineup.

The Detroit Red Wings face a crucial decision regarding goalie Ville Husso as the season progresses. With the team experiencing recalls and demotions, Husso's performance has raised questions about his future with the organization. Having shown promise at the AHL level, where he boasts a 6-1-0 record and impressive stats, there is a case for allowing him to improve under the new coaching staff led by Todd McLellan. His previous season with the St. Louis Blues also indicates he has the potential to rebound.

However, sending Husso back to the AHL could hinder the development of promising goalie Sebastian Cossa, as the Red Wings need to balance both players' growth. Alternatively, the option of cutting ties with Husso looms large, especially considering this is his third consecutive season of underperformance. With veteran Jack Campbell available as a backup option, the Red Wings must weigh the pros and cons of keeping Husso against the potential benefits of moving on.

The Rockford IceHogs faced off against the Grand Rapids Griffins, ultimately losing 4-2 at the BMO Center. This match marked the Griffins' first victory against the IceHogs this season after two prior meetings.

Despite a scoreless first period, both teams had opportunities with power plays. The IceHogs had a goal disallowed early on, and both goalies, Sebastian Cossa and Drew Commesso, kept the game tied until the third period.

Gabriel Seger scored twice for the Griffins, while Frank Nazar and Artyom Levshunov responded for Rockford. However, Sheldon Dries' goal sealed the win for Grand Rapids, with Josiah Didier adding an empty-netter.

The Grand Rapids Griffins, AHL affiliate of the Detroit Red Wings, have started their season strong with a 6-3-1 record, placing them second in the Central Division. After a promising five-game winning streak, they are currently on a three-game losing streak, with recent losses to the Rockford IceHogs and Cleveland Monsters.

Amadeus Lombardi has been a standout player, leading the team with five goals, while goaltender Sebastian Cossa has maintained impressive stats, including a .936 save percentage. Despite some players struggling to find their offensive rhythm, the Griffins are optimistic about their prospects for the season.

The Hartford Wolf Pack concluded their homestand with a thrilling comeback victory against the Grand Rapids Griffins, winning 3-2 in overtime. After trailing 2-0, Ryder Korczak scored the game-winning goal just 2:44 into overtime, marking his first career goal and securing the team's first win when down after two periods this season.

The Griffins initially took the lead with two goals from Dominik Shine, but the Wolf Pack rallied in the third period, with goals from Dylan Roobroeck and Adam Sýkora to force overtime.