Red Wings Prospects Shine in Juniors, AHL

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is NHL News Today. Subscribe to keep up with every headline, every game. Detroit Red Wing's prospects are turning heads this season with strong play across junior and minor leagues. First round pick, Carter Bear has bounced back from an Achilles injury and a quiet world junior stint to dominate in the Western Hockey League. In 23 games with the Everett Sovertiff since returning, he has 20 goals in 19 assists for 39 points. Bear has more multi-point games than scoreless ones lately, including two hat tricks and he earned a player of the month honors in February with. 25 points. His two-way game stands out too, with solid defense and forechecking that scouts love. In the American Hockey League, Michael Brandseg-Nigard has adjusted well after nine NHL games earlier this year. Playing for the Grand Rapids Griffins, he brings offensive skill and defensive grit, positioning him for a possible late season call-up or next year's.

1:00Amadeus Lombardi, despite injuries limiting him to 33 games, matches that pace with 33 points, fueled by his energy and speed. Goalie Rudy Gimond flies a bit under the radar for the Monkton Wildcats in the Quebec League. He ranks top three in save percentage, goals against average and wins, leading the league with 33 victories to help his team chase another. Deep playoff run. With the trade deadline nearing, these standouts could factor into deals for NHL help or solidify the Red Wing's pipeline. Fans are excited about the mix of skill, work ethic and upside pushing toward Detroit. The daily news now is presented by our sponsor, linked in the description. If earbuds fall out when you sleep, this is for you, a pillow with built-in sound, S-O-L-L-I, solely pillow dot com.