The Daily: Ex-Michigan State Star To Miss Preseason; Watson Update

Former Michigan State standout defenseman Artyom Levshunov, the No. 2 pick in the June draft, will be sidelined another four weeks because of a right foot injury.

The Belarus native was hurt blocking a shot while training Sept. 11.

“If everything goes well with his next (doctor) visit, in the next seven days, he can start skating at least. So I think he’ll be looking forward to that,” Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson told NHL.com. “He’s around the facility. We kind of have to kick him out most days but yeah, he’s super eager to go. He’s pretty disappointed but he’s able to do a lot of other training, so it’s not like he’s sitting around, sedentary, doing nothing.”

Levshunov was the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year last season. The 18-year-old was the third-youngest player in college hockey in 2023-24, and did plenty to help out Red Wings premium prospect Trey Augustine who was the Michigan State goalie.

GM Kyle Davidson provides an update on injured #Blackhawks Artyom Levshunov and Laurent Brossoit. pic.twitter.com/q2NlC5lqE9

— CHGO Blackhawks (@CHGO_Blackhawks) September 20, 2024

Red Wings In Case You Missed It

Bob Duff looks at the potential at the Red Wings’ top six forwards — Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Patrik Kane, etc.. How many goals can this group score?

The presence of Austin Watson and Isaac Ratcliffe in training camp on PTOs suggesst the Red Wings know they could use some toughness.

Behind the Paywall: DHN looks at Albert Johansson‘s potential to crack the Red Wings’ top six. He may have to battle his way into a playing spot even if he makes the roster. To buy a yearly subscription to our paywall stories, click here.

Red Wings Extra

Detroit prospect goalie Rudy Guimond (169th, 2023) posted a 25-save shutout to  help the Cedar Rapids Roughriders upend the Omaha Lancers, 4-0. He was the game’s No. 1 star. The Quebec native is committed to Yale after this season.

Hockey Now Network

Boston: Tyler Johnson fired up about the opportunity he has with the Boston Bruins.

Pittsburgh: Rutger McGroarty showing what all the fuss is about at Pittsburgh’s training camp. Pittsburgh Penguins. 

San Jose: Defenseman Mario Ferraro says the Sharks owe it to fans to produce a much better season than they had in 2023-24. San Jose Sharks. 

Washington: T.J. Oshie says that he is starting the season on the LTIR because of his chronic back injury. Washington Capitals.