An all new Red Wings hockey podcast hosted by Tony Wolak, Devin Little and Evan Sabourin
The Flying Octopus
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An all new Red Wings hockey podcast hosted by Tony Wolak, Devin Little and Evan Sabourin
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Recent Episodes
July 16, 2026
Episode 90: Steve Yzerman Steps Down: What It Means for the Red Wings' Future
Summary: In this episode, Evan, Tony, and Devin discuss the shocking news of Steve Yzerman stepping down as GM of the Detroit Red Wings, the team's future direction, and the implications for the franchise. They also touch on Patrick Kane's potential destinations and the broader NHL management trends. Key Topics: Steve Yzerman's tenure and departureRed Wings' team rebuild and management strategyThe NHL GM hiring process and analytics influencePatrick Kane's free agency and potential teamsImpacts of management changes on team performance Sound Bites: "Yzerman's tenure can be viewed differently now""The Red Wings are in a pivotal moment""This is the most hectic Red Wings summer in years" Chapters 00:00 Intro and Wake-up Call08:11:48 Reactions to Yzerman stepping down Guest links Twitter - https://twitter.com/HockeywithDevin
July 10, 2026
Episode 89: Leo Carlsson's Offer Sheet Impact on Detroit Red Wings
Summary: In this episode, Tony Wolak and Devin Little delve into the recent NHL salary cap shifts, the record-breaking Leo Carlsson contract, and the ongoing Dylan Larkin trade saga. They explore how these developments are reshaping team strategies, player valuations, and the league's financial landscape. Keywords: NHL salary cap, Leo Carlsson contract, Dylan Larkin trade, NHL free agency, hockey contracts, NHL salary trends, Red Wings, NHL negotiations Key Topics: NHL salary cap increase and its impactLeo Carlsson's $18 million contract and its significanceThe Dylan Larkin trade saga and trade restrictionsFuture contract trends and free agency strategiesTeam building in the context of rising salaries Sound Bites: "Content dictates the format, don't force structure.""Leo Carlsson's contract shifts the NHL market.""You can't do that to Larkin out of respect." Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and episode overview02:23 Leo Carlsson's record-breaking contract and its implications04:23 The significance of the $18 million deal for Carlsson06:28 Impact of Carlsson's contract on future negotiations09:08 The future of Alex DeBrincat and team building11:28 Historical context of NHL salaries and cap growth14:22 Red Wings' player contracts and market value16:43 The value of Larkin's contract and trade market19:36 Trade restrictions and potential trade scenarios22:36 The emotional and strategic impact of the Larkin saga24:51 Potential trade structures and third-team involvement27:10 The complexity of trade negotiations and team interests28:30 Training camp scenarios and leadership considerations29:02 Respect and team dynamics regarding Larkin's captaincy30:06 Humorous take on hockey drama as reality TV30:48 Potential media and entertainment angles on the saga31:00 Uncertainty around Patrick Kane and team roster moves32:12 Team building and offseason strategy post-Larkin33:06 Expected additional signings and team depth34:00 Summary and closing thoughts on NHL offseason trends Resources: NHL Salary Cap History - https://www.nhl.com/news/nhl-salary-cap-historyLeo Carlsson's Contract Details - https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/38012345/leo-carlson-18-million-per-year-contractDylan Larkin Trade Saga - https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nhl/red-wings/2023/07/15/dylan-larkin-trade-possibilities/ Guest Links: Twitter - https://twitter.com/HockeywithDevin
July 3, 2026
Episode 88: Red Wings Free Agency Update + 2026 Draft Recap
In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the fellas dive into Detroit’s July 1 acquisitions and what they mean for the organization. Viktor Arvidsson and Keegan Kolesar, in particular, address key offseason objectives, and the guys will share how. The discussion then pivots to the 2026 NHL Draft, where Evan got an up close view of Detroit’s draft picks as a credentialed member of the media. The guys recap Detroit’s selections, their value, and how the Red Wings adjusted their draft strategy away from the tried and true. The episode ends with a shout out for former guest Shane Malloy, who was hired this week by the St. Louis Blues as their new director of strategic planning. Key Topics - Red Wings draft picks and strategy - Free agency signings and trades - Player development and prospects - Team identity and future plans - Impact of recent NHL moves 00:00 - Flight Cancellations and Scams 02:40 - NHL Draft and Free Agency Overview 05:17 - Analyzing Free Agency Moves 08:09 - The Impact of New Acquisitions 10:40 - Team Identity and Future Prospects 13:28 - Dylan Larkin's Trade Drama 15:57 - Looking Ahead to the Draft 21:31 - Buffalo Draft Experience 23:40 - Victor Plante's Emotional Draft Moment 25:17 - Analyzing JP Hurlbert's Selection 28:16 - Sebastian Cossa Trade Discussion 30:54 - Draft Class Overview and Player Potential 37:32 - Shifting Draft Strategies and Future Outlook 39:26 - Draft Grades and Final Thoughts
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