The Detroit Red Wings are surging at the right time — and the stakes are rising fast.

On this episode of Red Alert, Joe Chapp and Cindy Berry break down Detroit’s recent run, the growing signs of real consistency, and why this stretch before the Olympic break could define the season. We dive into the Wings’ playoff odds, five-on-five concerns, and what still needs to improve despite their offensive momentum.

Then the focus shifts to the trade deadline and Steve Yzerman. Is Detroit truly one move away? We discuss the difference between tinkering vs. overhauling, what type of player actually fits the Wings’ long-term vision, and why rentals don’t make sense for this roster. From center depth to two-way forwards, we lay out what Yzerman is likely targeting — and what he won’t sacrifice.

We close with a powerful reflection on Sergei Fedorov as his iconic No. 91 rises to the rafters. From his impact on championships to the cultural weight of the Winged Wheel, we discuss why honoring Fedorov now mattered — and what his legacy means for today’s locker room.

This is a must-listen episode for Red Wings fans tracking the playoff push, the trade deadline, and the history that still shapes Hockeytown today.

The Detroit Red Wings sent a clear message with a dominant win over Vancouver — and it may have been the most important game of the season.

In this solo edition of Red Alert, we break down why this stretch of hockey feels different, why the standings don’t tell the full story, and why Detroit’s point percentage proves they belong among the East’s elite. From Moritz Seider’s emergence as a true franchise defenseman to the development pipeline thriving in Grand Rapids, the evidence is mounting: the Yzerplan is working.

The Detroit Red Wings aren’t just improved — they’re legitimate contenders.

One year after firing Derek Lalonde and hiring Todd McLellan, the Red Wings sit atop the Eastern Conference, playing structured, accountable, playoff-level hockey. On this episode of Red Alert, Joe and Cindy break down what changed, why it matters, and why this team feels different than the last several seasons.

From Dylan Larkin’s elite jump, Moritz Seider’s Norris-level dominance, and massive special teams improvement — to the organizational ripple effect seen in Grand Rapids and beyond — this is a deep dive into coaching impact, player accountability, and the beginning of a new Red Wings era.

If you’ve been waiting to believe again in Detroit hockey… this is your episode.