DetroitRedWings.com’s Jonathan Mills posted an article in which Christian Fischer discusses the reasons why he re-signed with the Red Wings after briefly testing the unrestricted free agent marketplace.
Fischer explains his self-belief and his hopes that the Red Wings make the playoffs this upcoming season:
“I pride myself a lot with how I’ve gotten to where I am, how I got into this league and how I’ve sustained my career,” Fischer said. “A big emphasis is just playing the right way. I probably do it as a service to myself and I’m sure my agent would agree. Point total, that’s obviously a huge thing in contract stuff, but I pride myself on being a really good teammate, always showing up and working my ass off.”
That attitude is a big reason why the Red Wings re-signed Fischer, according to Executive Vice President and General Manager Steve Yzerman.
“He’s a very popular player on our team,” Yzerman said about Fischer. “He’s very versatile on the ice. His character, personality and the role he’s going to play on our team are the biggest factors in bringing him back.”
As outgoing as he is competitive, Fischer helped Detroit finish last season with its most wins (41) and points (91) since 2015-16. He said the Red Wings are more determined than ever to improve this season after just missing out on the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
“I don’t think anyone was too happy with how things shook out (last season),” Fischer said. “As athletes and hockey players, every returning guy probably has a little bit more motivation this summer to take that next step. Whatever it may be, just to improve your game. It doesn’t get any closer than coming down to a tiebreaker.”
Continued; Fischer is far from a superstar player, but good foot soldiers are incredibly important to teams, too. Fischer fills an enthusiastic grinder’s spot while giving his best effort 100% of the time, and that level of commitment is necessary in order to build a winning team.
