"Rookie Blues: Red Wings Send Defenseman Axel Sandin Pellikka to AHL Grand Rapids The Detroit Red Wings have made a move to give their rookie defenseman some much-needed ice time in the minors, reassigning Axel Sandin Pellikka to AHL Grand Rapids. The 20-year-old defenseman had a brief stint in the AHL earlier this season, but was quickly recalled to the NHL roster. Now, with the Red Wings' playoff push in full swing, it seems they're looking to give Sandin Pellikka a chance to develop his skills in a more competitive environment while also getting some younger players into the lineup. The move could be a sign that the Red Wings are looking to shake up their lineup and give their younger players more opportunities to contribute."
The Red Wings announced that they’ve reassigned defenseman Axel Sandin Pellikka to AHL Grand Rapids. It’s the first minor-league stint of the season for the rookie, who was temporarily assigned to Grand Rapids at the trade deadline to make him eligible to suit up in the AHL down the stretch. While Sandin-Pellikka was promptly recalled back to […]
