The Flying Octopus

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

The Flying Octopus is a sports podcast hosted by sabourin91, with 96 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

sabourin91 hosts The Flying Octopus, a sports show with 96 episodes published.

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  Episode #98

  Episode 98: Who's Staying and Who's Going Edition

  Sep 27, 202634 min

  SUMMARY: In this episode, Evan Sabourin and Devin discuss the recent MLB and NHL highlights, roster decisions, and the ongoing contract negotiations involving top prospects and players. They explore the implications of preseason performances, waiver claims, and the potential trade scenarios shaping the Detroit Red Wings' upcoming season. KEYWORDS MLB, NHL, Detroit Red Wings, roster decisions, preseason, contracts, waiver claims, Justin Verlander, Simon Edvinson, Dylan Larkin KEY TOPICS Justin Verlander's farewell and emotional moment with his daughter Red Wings roster decisions and the battle for final spots Impact of preseason games on player evaluation, especially goalies Contract negotiations and delays involving Simon Edvinsson Expansion of Dylan Larkin’s trade list and potential trade destinations Analysis of waiver claims and their strategic implications Performance of young prospects like Anton Johansson and Albert Johansson The significance of waiver rules and roster math in team building Discussion of the upcoming NHL season and key players' readiness Speculation on potential trades and organizational moves

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  Episode #97

  Episode 97: State of the Union with Kevin Allen

  Sep 26, 202640 min

  SUMMARY In this episode, Kevin Allen and Evan Sabourin discuss the Detroit Red Wings' current roster, prospects, and the Dylan Larkin trade drama, providing insights into team dynamics and future prospects. KEYWORDS Detroit Red Wings, NHL, Dylan Larkin, hockey prospects, team management, trades, NHL preseason, Detroit Hockey Now KEY TOPICS Red Wings' roster and prospects Dylan Larkin trade list expansion Team management and ownership issues Preseason performance and player development Future trade possibilities and team strategy SOUND BITES "The expanded trade list gives more hope for a deal." "Larkin's trade situation reflects deeper issues beyond the team." "Young players like Pellikka and Johansson are impressing in preseason."

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  Episode #96

  Episode 96: There's a New GM (interim) in Town, Shawn Horcoff Takes Over in Detroit

  Sep 18, 202639 min

  SUMMARY: This episode, we explore the recent changes in the Detroit Red Wings' management, focusing on Shawn Horcoff's interim GM role, the team's training camp outlook, and the strategic decisions shaping their season. We analyze the implications of organizational moves and player contracts, providing insights into the team's future direction. KEYWORDS: Red Wings, Shawn Horcoff, NHL management, training camp, player contracts, Detroit Red Wings, hockey strategy, GM decisions, team rebuild, NHL offseason KEY TOPICS Shawn Horcoff's interim GM role and decision-making authority Impact of management changes on team strategy and player contracts Training camp roster battles and prospects to watch Red Wings' contract negotiations with key players like Edvinsson and DeBrincat Organizational approach to rebuilding and future planning Sound Bites "Horcoff has my complete confidence" "They're actively negotiating with Simon Edvinsson" "Shawn Horcoff's authority to trade Dylan Larkin" Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and episode overview 00:35 - Shawn Horcoff named interim general manager 02:10 - Horcoff's authority and decision-making power 03:55 - Red Wings management approach and organizational timeline 07:40 - Implications of Horcoff's role and ownership decisions 12:12 - Contract negotiations with DeBrincat and Edvinsson 15:54 - Horcoff's potential moves and team strategy 20:58 - Player contracts and roster flexibility 27:20 - Training camp competition and prospects 36:49 - Season outlook and potential surprises 38:32 - Closing remarks and upcoming preseason

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  Episode #95

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

  Sep 12, 202633 min

  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 prospects camp. They also pay tribute to hockey legend Barry Melrose and share personal stories and insights about hockey culture and management. KEYWORDS: Red Wings, Dylan Larkin, GM search, prospects camp, Barry Melrose, hockey management, NHL, Detroit Red Wings, hockey culture KEY TOPICS Dylan Larkin's statement and leadership status Red Wings GM search process and challenges Prospects camp highlights and player expectations Tribute to Barry Melrose and his impact on hockey Organizational strategy and ownership influence in Detroit SOUND BITES Chapters 00:00 Intro and technical difficulties 01:00 Discussion on Bluey and childhood cartoons 02:23 Tony discusses son's favorite cartoons and recent hockey topics 04:22 Red Wings' 95th player and historical trivia 05:09 Dylan Larkin's recent statement and team dynamics 06:32 Red Wings' official response to Larkin and leadership questions 08:12 Analysis of the GM search and ownership strategy 11:19 The state of the Red Wings' management and future prospects 13:45 Key players and prospects for upcoming season 31:02 Tribute to Barry Melrose and his legacy in hockey 34:23 Passing of Andre Pronovost and personal stories 35:30 Devin's new media credential and prospects camp excitement 37:23 Closing remarks and next week's season preview

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  Episode #94

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

  Sep 4, 202630 min

  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, team dynamics, and the potential for reconciliation. They analyze the implications for the team's future and the broader NHL landscape. Keywords: Dylan Larkin, Detroit Red Wings, NHL trade, team management, player loyalty, NHL contracts, sports leadership, team dynamics Key Topics: Dylan Larkin's trade request and its implications The role of the new general manager in team decisions Larkin's relationship with Steve Yzerman and team loyalty The impact of social media on player-team relations Potential strategies for reconciliation and team rebuilding The significance of team captaincy and leadership changes The influence of fan sentiment and loyalty in team decisions Contract negotiations and their timing in team management The broader NHL context of player movement and contracts Takeaways: Larkin's trade request signals a complex relationship with the Red Wings that may be influenced by management and personal factors. Reconciliation is possible if the new GM can effectively communicate and rebuild trust with Larkin. Social media activity may reflect underlying team dynamics and management strategies. The decision on captaincy and leadership will significantly impact team cohesion and fan support. Contract negotiations and timing are critical in shaping the team's future and Larkin's role. Sound Bites: "Is reconciliation even possible at this point?" "Fans do not want to see Larkin with the letter C." "Larkin brought this situation on himself."

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