The Flying Octopus

Episode 95: CAMP IS ALMOST HERE - WHERE'S THE GM?

SUMMARY In this episode, the hosts discuss the latest developments in the Detroit Red Wings organization, including Dylan Larkin's statement, the GM search, and prospect

Episode 94: Larkin Return, New GM Looming, Hughes Comes Home?

Discussion Summary: In this episode, Tony Wolak and Devin L. explore the complex situation surrounding Dylan Larkin and the Detroit Red Wings, including trade requests,

Episode 93: GM Search Drama, Hockeytown Branding Debate, Jersey Discussion & much more!

Summary In this episode, Devin and Tony discuss the Detroit Red Wings' branding, jersey designs, and the ongoing search for a new general manager, providing insights int

Episode 92: The State of The Red Wings with Kevin Allen

Summary:  In this episode former USA TODAY lead hockey writer and Hall of Famer, Kevin Allen,  shares insights on the Detroit Red Wings' current challenges, prospects, a

Episode 91: Inside the Red Wings GM Search: Internal vs External Candidate

SUMMARY In this episode, Tony Wolak and Devin L. explore the complexities of hiring a new general manager for the Detroit Red Wings, debating internal versus external ca

Episode 90: Steve Yzerman Steps Down: What It Means for the Red Wings' Future

Summary: In this episode, Evan, Tony, and Devin discuss the shocking news of Steve Yzerman stepping down as GM of the Detroit Red Wings, the team's future direction, and

Episode 89: Leo Carlsson's Offer Sheet Impact on Detroit Red Wings

Summary: In this episode, Tony Wolak and Devin Little delve into the recent NHL salary cap shifts, the record-breaking Leo Carlsson contract, and the ongoing Dylan Larki

Episode 88: Red Wings Free Agency Update + 2026 Draft Recap

In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the fellas dive into Detroit’s July 1 acquisitions and what they mean for the organization. Viktor Arvidsson and Kee

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 pros

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 Wi

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, pot

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 dynam

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, Detr

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 e

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 whic

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 nee

Episode 79: Red Wings’ 2025-26 Season Ends In Disappointment + Looking Forward to the Offseason

In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the fellas take a high-level view of the Red Wings’ 2025-26 season, including what went wrong, what went right, and

Episode 78: Making Sense of the Red Wings’ Late-Season Collapse + Impressive Win vs. Philadelphia

In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the fellas dive into Detroit’s late-season collapse and what comes next for the organization. The discussion ranges

Episode 77: Here comes April, Playoff Worthy, Future Core, and Yzerman Madness

Description:  On episode 77, Evan and Devin compare the Red Wings season to a movie - horror or comedy? The Red Wings leave March behind and start April with a win, but

Episode 76: Do or Die Time for the Red Wings + Griffins Update

In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the fellas dive into Detroit’s playoff push - or lack thereof. All of the other wild card-contending teams have caug