The Flying Octopus

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An all new Red Wings hockey podcast hosted by Tony Wolak, Devin Little and Evan Sabourin

  1. 18 hrs ago

    Episode 87: Trade - A - Palooza, Dylan Larkin Trade Destination and Draft Preview

    In this episode, Tony and Devin discuss the latest NHL trades, the potential trade of Dylan Larkin, and the Detroit Red Wings' upcoming draft strategy, including key prospects and draft picks. They analyze team moves, draft value, and strategic considerations for building a competitive team.   Key Topics: NHL trade activity and potential Dylan Larkin trade Red Wings draft strategy and key prospects at 47 Impact of recent trades on team building Drafting for value versus ceiling in later rounds Prospect pipeline and defensemen development NHL Trade Frenzy: Will Dylan Larkin Be Traded? Red Wings Draft Strategy: Who Should They Pick at 47? Sound Bites "If they don't get a deal draft weekend here, it might go into July or August." "Steve Yzerman will only do a trade if it's right for the organization." "Shoot for the stars with your second round pick." Chapters 00:00 - NHL Trade Frenzy: Analyzing Recent Moves 04:44 - Dylan Larkin's Future: Trade Speculations 09:13 - Draft Strategies: The Importance of the 47th Pick 12:13 - Shooting for the Stars: Second Round Picks 16:31 - Late Round Picks: Building Depth for the Future 26:14 - Hypothetical Scenarios: What If Larkin is Traded?

    29 min

  2. Jun 19

    Episode 86: Red Wings Draft Preview Ft. NHL SiriusXM’s Shane Malloy

    Interview: Summary In this episode, Shane Malloy, a renowned hockey scout and author, shares insights on NHL draft strategies, player evaluation, and the Detroit Red Wings' prospects and management. Tune in to learn how to assess talent and build a winning team in hockey. Keywords Hockey Draft, Player Evaluation, Detroit Red Wings, Shane Malloy, NHL Prospects, Draft Strategy, Hockey Management Key Topics NHL draft strategy and player evaluation Detroit Red Wings prospects and management Importance of second and seventh round picks Mental makeup and leadership in prospects Defensemen value in draft and trades  Guest Name: Shane Malloy Titles Decoding the NHL Draft: Insights from Shane Malloy How to Build a Winning Hockey Team: Draft and Development Strategies Sound bites "They just don't hit in the second round." "You want those glue guys in the middle." "It's about players who can play five on five." Chapters 00:00 The Struggles of Second Round Picks 02:43 Dylan Larkin's Trade Request and Its Implications 05:27 The State of the Red Wings Organization 08:31 Prospects and Future Trade Opportunities 11:09 Mental Makeup of Prospects 14:03 Leadership and Opportunity in the Red Wings 16:54 The Future of the Red Wings Post-Larkin 22:09 Rising Stars and Leadership Mindset 23:18 Draft Strategy: High Floor Players 28:54 Identifying Value in the Draft 34:23 The Importance of Off-Puck Play 41:13 Finding Late-Round Gems 43:36 Evaluating Draft Class Strength Resources Shane Malloy on Twitter - https://twitter.com/ShaneMalloy The Art of Scouting by Shane Malloy - https://www.amazon.com/Art-Scouting-Shane-Malloy/dp/XXXXXX NHL Network Radio Sirius XM - https://www.siriusxm.com Prospect Profiles on NHL Network Radio - https://www.siriusxm.com/prospectprofiles Guest links Twitter - https://twitter.com/ShaneMalloy

    48 min

  3. Jun 12

    Episode 85: Larkin Trade Request Saga Continues + Cossa Trade Rumors

    In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the fellas dive into the latest news surrounding Dylan Larkin’s trade request, including an updated trade list, potential returns, and the impact on his legacy. The discussion then turns to Steve Yzerman and if he’s the right person to be managing the situation on Detroit’s end, plus what a trade (or holding out for a better return) might mean for the Red Wings’ other offseason plans. The guys also discuss the Sebastian Cossa trade rumors that have been circulating as of late and what they potential signal for the organization.   WHERE TO FIND US TWITTER - @FLYINGOCTOPOD YOU TUBE - @THEFLYINGOCTOPOD ITUNES, SPOTIFY OR WHEREVER YOU GET YOUR PODCASTS

    53 min

  4. Jun 5

    Episode 84: Dylan Larkin Wants Out: Panic In Hockeytown

    This episode dives into the emotional and strategic implications of Dylan Larkin's trade request from the Detroit Red Wings. We analyze the potential impact on team dynamics, future prospects, and the broader NHL landscape, featuring insights from hockey experts.   Chapters 00:00 The Trade Deadline Rift 03:16 Dylan Larkin's Trade Request 07:43 Emotional Reactions and Organizational Impact 12:16 Future Implications for the Red Wings 16:42 Leadership and Fan Reactions 19:31 Dylan Larkin's Legacy and Fan Reactions 21:53 Steve Yzerman's Strategy and Future Implications 24:11 Trade Scenarios and Potential Destinations for Larkin 31:50 Trusting the Yzerplan Now?: Yzerman's Decisions Under Scrutiny 34:57 The Emotional Impact of Larkin's Potential Departure    guest links: Twitter - https://twitter.com/HockeywithDevin

    34 min

  5. May 30

    Episode 83: Former USA Today Hockey Writer Kevin Allen

    Former USA Today Hockey Writer and current editor-in-chief of Detroit Hockey Now, Kevin Allen, joins the show to talk Red Wings hockey, the legacy of Claude Lemieux, Detroit's Draft approach, and the legend that is Doc Emrick. He also weighs in on Steve Yzerman's draft strategy and tells us why you can't build a contender through the draft. All that and more on Episode 83 of The Flying Octopus Podcast.

    48 min

  6. May 15

    Episode 82: Draft Misses, Where Holland & Yzerman Went Wrong + Cossa Trade Rumors

    On episode 82 of The Flying Octopus podcast, Evan Sabourin and Devin Little discuss long term ripple effects from the Ken Holland era. They breakdown GM Steve Yzerman's early drafts and discuss just how "prime" they are. What's the real reason behind the ten year playoff drought? Plus the guys react to Frank Seravalli's Sebastian Cossa comments. Could the Red Wing's once crowned "goalie of the future" be on the move and is Michal Postava next in line to backup in Detroit? All that and more on episode #82 of The Flying Octopus podcast.

    37 min

  7. May 8

    Episode 81: Red Wings Player Grades, Organizational Audit & PWHL Arrives In Detroit

    In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the fellas dive into 2025-26 player grades now that the emotion from the season/collapse has subsided. Find out which Red Wings players passed the test and which need summer school. After that, the guys examine the organization as a whole and identify other opportunities for improvement this offseason, including front office hires, team identity, and more. And finally, the show ends with the news of Detroit receiving a PWHL expansion franchise and the hype surrounding this week’s unveiling.

    43 min

  8. Apr 24

    Episode 80: Red Wings "Need Better Players" + Yzerman Press Conference Review

    In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the fellas recap Steve Yzerman and Todd McLellan’s end-of-year press conference, including notes on team offense needing to improve, the bottom-six needing an identity, the coaching staff remaining in place, and much more. The guys also share their thoughts on how the Red Wings can go about reconstructing their forward group for 2026-27 and what blockers they might face. That, and much more about Dylan Larkin’s leadership, team culture, and players that need to pull their weight.

    32 min
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An all new Red Wings hockey podcast hosted by Tony Wolak, Devin Little and Evan Sabourin

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  • Creator
    sabourin91
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    87
  • Rating
    Clean
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    The Flying Octopus

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