Detroit Red Wings Prospect Tournament recap, thoughts, and takeaways

Game 2: Detroit Red Wings vs. Columbus Blue Jackets

In Game 2, the Detroit Red Wings came out looking to get in the win column, and a nine-goal second period would end up being the dagger. The Red Wings were outscored 7-2 in the second period, and even though Detroit put up two goals in the third, it was not enough, as they fell 10-7 to Columbus.

This was a game that finished with both teams going out and executing offensively. It was like stick-n-puck when a bunch of the college players are in town, and it turned into an all-out free-for-all scrimmage. The highlight of the game came from Columbus, with Adam Fantilli putting on a show.

The former Wolverines standout and no. 3 overall draft pick from this summer put on a show, making the most of his opportunities, notching a hat trick and two assists for five total points. However, on Detroit’s side, Nate Danielson had three more assists, and Cross Hanas found the back of the net twice.

For the Red Wings, both teams, really, it was a game full of undisciplined play, which left each team with the opportunity to create scoring chances; it just seemed that, more often than not, it was Columbus who was able to convert.

Detroit’s goaltending was left to dry again, though it was another challenging game for both Cossa and Bednar. Cossa allowed six goals on 21 shots against, and Bednar allowed three goals on 15 shots against.