The Flying Octopus

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

  1. 1D AGO

    Episode 66: Tops in the Atlantic, Simon Says and Olympic rosters.

    On episode 66 of The Flying Octopus Podcast, @hockeywithdevin and @sabourin91 recap another successful week for the Red Wings that saw the team reach the top of the Atlantic division. Simon Edvinsson's "coming - out -party" was epic and a key moment in his development as well one of the top games of the season. Then the boys break down the Olympic rosters that came out on Friday, January 2nd. Who's in and who's out? Who got snubbed? We'll hit on that and more on episode 66 of The Flying Octopus Podcast

    58 min

  2. 12/19/2025

    Episode 65: Road Trip Recap, ASP shines, Berggren moves on

    On episode 65 of The Flying Octopus podcast - Travis Focht and Nick Harrington from @HockeytownWpod join Devin and Evan to recap the Red Wings' 6 - game road trip. The guys break down Todd McLellan's first "full" season behind the bench. Axel Sandin-Pellikka's game has continued to improve. Is he the superstar defender that Detroit so desperately needs? Devin tells you why he could be something special. Plus the Red Wings say goodbye to Jonatan Berggren and hello to John Leonard. All that and more on episode 65 of The Flying Octopus podcast. Takeaways: Ketchup phobia is a real thing among some players. The Red Wings are performing well this December compared to previous years. Todd McLellan's coaching style is instilling a winning mentality in the team. Young players like Axel Sandin-Pellikka are showing great potential. The Griffins are currently on a winning streak, showcasing their talent. Stadium Series jerseys often receive mixed reactions from fans. Player development is crucial for the Red Wings' future success. The Atlantic Division is highly competitive this season. Fans should remain patient as the team continues to grow.   Chapters 00:00 Ketchup Phobia and Hockey Humor 02:33 Red Wings Season Recap and Performance 05:16 Coaching Changes and Team Dynamics 07:51 Player Development and Young Talent 10:44 Recent Transactions and Future Prospects 28:17 Evaluating NHL Prospects and Draft Classes 31:16 The Impact of Draft Decisions on Team Performance 34:02 Spotlight on John Leonard: AHL Success and NHL Potential 37:23 Assessing Player Roles and Team Dynamics 41:14 Stadium Series Jerseys: A Design Disappointment 48:12 Nick Saban Joins the Nashville Predators Ownership 49:19 Wrapping Up: Future Prospects and Holiday Wishes

    45 min

  3. 12/14/2025

    Episode 64: No Hughes For You

    In this episode of the Flying Octopus Podcast, hosts Evan Sabourin and Devin Little discuss the recent trade of Quinn Hughes to the Minnesota Wild. They analyze the implications of the trade for both teams, the assets exchanged, and the potential impact on the Red Wings. The conversation also explores other trade targets for the Red Wings and reflects on the team's current standing and future moves. Takeaways: The trade of Quinn Hughes to Minnesota was unexpected. Minnesota had the assets to make a significant trade. The return for Hughes included promising young players and a first-round pick. Comparative trade offers were discussed, highlighting the value of prospects. The Red Wings were in the mix for Hughes but opted not to trade key assets. The impact of Hughes' trade on the Western Conference was analyzed. Future trade targets for the Red Wings were identified. The importance of not mortgaging the future for short-term gains was emphasized. The hosts reflected on the Red Wings' current position and potential improvements. The conversation highlighted the unpredictability of NHL trades. Chapters 00:00Introduction and Breaking News 02:07Trade Analysis: Quinn Hughes to Minnesota 04:32Comparative Trade Offers and Prospects 07:22Red Wings' Strategy and Future Moves 09:51Potential Trade Targets for the Red Wings 12:34Wrap-Up and Reflections on the Trade 14:43Recap of the Red Wings' Performance

    20 min

  4. 12/06/2025

    Episode 63: Shane Malloy from Sirius XM NHL Radio Talks Quinn Hughes, Superstars on current roster and Alex Debrincat

    On Episode 63 of The Flying Octopus Podcast, Shane Malloy from Sirius XM NHL Radio joins the show to break down the latest on the Quinn Hughes situation in Vancouver. He gives his thoughts on what it will take to land the star defenseman in Detroit and the kind of immediate impact he would have on a team desperately looking to end a 10 year playoff drought. Plus Evan says there's already two superstars on this current Red Wings team, but pump the brakes for now. Plus Devin makes a plea for Alex Debrincat's bid to make the Team USA Olympic roster. All that and more on Episode 63 of The Flying Octopus Podcast.

    1h 8m

  5. 12/01/2025

    Episode 62: George Malik and Travis Focht join the show to recap Red Wings' losing streak, Quinn Hughes trade target, John Gibson's struggles and the Grand Rapids Griffins historic start

    On Episode 62 of The Flying Octopus podcast, George Malik from the Malik Report and Travis Focht from Hockeytown West join us to talk all things Red Wings hockey. The boys recap Detroits 4 game losing streak and address how they can climb out of this hole. We also talk Quinn Hughes and break down what the Wings would have to give up for him.  What is wrong with John Gibson and how long is his leash? Is it time for Sebastian Cossa to get the call?  Plus the guys dig in and break down the Grand Rapid's Griffins' historic start. All that and more on Episode 62 of The Flying Octopus podcast.

    49 min

  6. 11/21/2025

    Episode 61: Ups and Downs with Hockeytown West Podcast, Nate Danielson Arrives plus Griffins Hot Start

    On Episode 61, the guys from Hockeytown West Podcast join the show to help recap the week that was in Red Wing land. Is Nate Danielson here to stay? The guys break down Marco Kasper's slow start to the season. What changes would benefit him? The Griffins are on a  historic run - Travis Focht, Nick Harrington and Brandon Cooke discuss  the impact of the Red Wings minor league affiliate on the city of Grand Rapids and tell us what to look forward to. All that and more plus a little "ginger power" on Episode 61 of The Flying Octopus podcast.

    44 min

  7. 11/14/2025

    Episode 60 : Losing Streak Halted, Goalie Carousel, Nate Danielson Arrives and Travis Focht from HockeyTown West

    On Episode 60 of The Flying Octopus Podcast - Travis Focht from Hockeytown West Podcast joins the show as the guys discuss the Red Wings big win vs Anaheim on Thursday. Line combinations continue to evolve but what is the best fit in terms of rounding out the bottom 6? We break down the John Gibson injury and discuss options in case the injury is long term. Nate Danielson finds his way into the lineup - is he here to stay and who are his optimal linemates? Plus the guys break down the 5 v 5 offense - how does it improve? All that and more on Episode 60 of The Flying Octopus Podcast.

    40 min

  8. 11/09/2025

    Episode 59: West Coast Recap, Ugly Homecoming & Nick Harrington from Hockeytown West Podcast

    On this week's episode Tony finds an Evan doppelganger that turns into a work nickname. The guys recap the Red Wings' five game west coast road trip. Things got ugly on Friday against the Rangers. Tony breaks down why Detroit  performed so poorly in a 4-1 loss at the LCA in their first game back. Then Evan chats with Nick Harrington from Hockeytown West Podcast about the Grand Rapids Griffins 8 and 0 start. Nick also gets into some of the top prospects like Nate Danielson, Shai Buium, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard and even goaltender Michal Postava who has helped create an excellent tandem with Sebastian Cossa. All that and more on Episode 59 of The Flying Octopus Podcast.

    30 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
    66
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Flying Octopus

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