Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning John Leonard across Hockey.
The Detroit Red Wings’ 2026‑27 prospect class, featuring Shai Buium, Ondrej Becher, John Leonard and a handful of emerging defensemen, is under intense scrutiny as the team seeks to translate depth into NHL readiness
The Detroit Red Wings are exploring a low-risk, $850,000 contract for AHL leading scorer John Leonard, hoping his speed and shot can offset the loss of Patrick Kane and the trade request of captain Dylan Larkin.
After a 33‑goal, 21‑assist season with the Grand Rapids Griffins and a recent one‑year extension, winger John Leonard is poised to fight for a permanent NHL roster spot with the Red Wings or via trade.
The league's most potent scoring units return with key additions and departures that could define the 2025‑26 AHL season.
Detroit's management must navigate player empowerment, youth development, and a decade-long playoff drought while reimagining its approach to contracts, draft picks, and goaltending.
Steve Yzerman must navigate Dylan Larkin's trade request while reshaping the Red Wings' approach to talent development, goaltending, and draft utilization.
John Leonard’s 54‑point campaign with Grand Rapids, decorated by an AHL All‑Star nod, a monthly award and a historic point streak, culminates in a promising NHL debut with the Detroit Red Wings.
From the Kyrou twins to the van Riemsdyk brothers, the Washington Capitals host a rare concentration of sibling duos, each sharing dreams of sharing the ice and the camaraderie that only family can bring.
The Detroit Red Wings are exploring a trade for Connor Hellebuyck while navigating a decade‑long playoff drought, and Harvard's new freshman goalie Rudy Guimond is poised to compete for a starting role.
After a 33‑goal season in the AHL and two brief NHL call‑ups, John Leonard looks to turn his offensive promise into a permanent spot on the Red Wings' lineup as the team navigates trade rumors surrounding Dylan Larkin and Patrick Kane.
From jersey auctions to youth scholarships, the Grand Rapids Griffins' 2025‑26 campaign delivered unprecedented financial and volunteer support to dozens of West Michigan organizations.
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton leads the Atlantic series 2-1 after Bill Zonnon’s game-winner, while Grand Rapids edges Chicago in overtime, highlighted by standout goaltending and key contributions from players such as Rutger McGroarty and Michael Brandsegg-Nygård.
The Grand Rapids Griffins clinched a 4-3 overtime victory over the Chicago Wolves, while the Vegas Golden Knights’ appeal was denied, resulting in a draft‑pick forfeiture and a coach’s fine. At the same time, the Professional Women’s Hockey League announced San Jose as its newest franchise, and two Minnesota Frost players emerged as finalists for the Forward of the Year award.
Chicago Wolves defeat Grand Rapids Griffins 2-1 in the first game of their playoff series, with Josiah Slavin scoring the decisive goal and goaltender Michal Postava making 30 saves.
The Grand Rapids Griffins open the Central Division championship against the Chicago Wolves, promising a goaltending showdown and an offense led by Carter Mazur.