Red Wings' Antti Tuomisto emerges as a promising prospect in AHL
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 6:50 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Antti Tuomisto, a defenseman for the Grand Rapids Griffins, is gaining recognition within the Detroit Red Wings organization. Coach Dan Watson has highlighted Tuomisto's evolution into a dependable defensive player, adept at shutting down opposing teams. This past season, he recorded career highs across several statistics, including goals and points. Tuomisto will become a Group 6 unrestricted free agent on July 1, possibly prompting the Red Wings to consider retaining him despite their depth on defense.
- •Tuomisto recorded career highs of 8 goals and 29 points.
- •He played 68 games for the Griffins this past season.
- •Coach Watson notes his growth as a shutdown defenseman.
- •Tuomisto will become a Group 6 unrestricted free agent on July 1.
- •The Red Wings are evaluating potential retention given their depth.
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