The Detroit News’s Ted Kulfan filed a notebook article which discusses coach Jeff Blashil’s COVID concerns, regarding both his team and the Olympics to come, as well as this information as to why the Red Wings recalled Kyle Criscuolo from Grand Rapids:
The Red Wings recalled forward Kyle Criscuolo from minor-league affiliate Grand Rapids in case a player with a minor injury, Blashill said, couldn’t play. Blashill didn’t divulge which player it was.
In 12 games with the Griffins, Criscuolo had 12 points (five goals, seven assists).
“You want to make sure you have the numbers if you can,” Blashill said. “Grand Rapids isn’t playing, and you’re not necessarily taking away an opportunity from playing a hockey game, and it gives us some insurance.”
