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Red Wings prospects aim to impress with Griffins in 2026-27 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 3:44 PM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Red Wings prospects aim to impress with Griffins in 2026-27 season

Summary

Three Detroit Red Wings prospects—Trey Augustine, Carter Bear, and Jesse Kiiskinen—are set to join the Grand Rapids Griffins for the upcoming AHL season. Fellow prospects Shai Buium, Ondrej Becher, and John Leonard are also looking to assert themselves. Buium, in his third season, faces competition from younger defensemen. Becher aims to improve his offensive output significantly after a modest 28-point season. Leonard, 28, seeks to secure a more permanent NHL role after some success in the AHL, with pressure to perform given the Red Wings' struggles in scoring.

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By the Numbers

•Trey Augustine, Carter Bear, and Jesse Kiiskinen join Griffins for AHL season.
•Shai Buium needs to distinguish himself among quality defensemen.
•Ondrej Becher aims for a breakout year after 10 goals last season.
•John Leonard looks to prove he can score at the NHL level.
•Competition is increasing as Red Wings look for impactful players.

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