Red Wings Recall Simon Edvinsson

The Detroit Red Wings have made a notable roster move, as they have called up defenseman Simon Edvinsson from the Grand Rapid Griffins.

UPDATE: The Detroit #RedWings today recalled defenseman Simon Edvinsson from the American Hockey League’s Grand Rapids Griffins.

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The Red Wings have been struggling immensely as of late, winning just two out of their last 10 games. Because of this, they currently do not hold a wild card spot in the Eastern Conference and need to turn things around immediately. Thus, they are now making this change and giving their top prospect a look in the NHL.

Edvinsson, 21, appeared in two games for the Red Wings back in late December, where he had one assist and an even plus/minus rating. While down in the American Hockey League (AHL) with the Griffins this campaign, he has eight goals, 29 points, 51 penalty minutes, and a plus-5 rating.

This will be a great chance for Edvinsson to try to show the Red Wings that he is ready to play in the NHL. When noting that they are in a critical point of the season and struggling significantly, the hope is that a top prospect like Edvinsson can help them turn things around.

In 11 career NHL games, Edvinsson has two goals to go along with an assist.