Forward Expected To Log Big Minutes

One of the standout performers of the preseason thus far is none other than Riley Sheahan. After signing a two-year contract extension with the Detroit Red Wings last summer, the 24-year-old center is looking to solidify his place within the lineup for good.

 

Last season, the 6’3” forward listed at 222 lbs netted (a career-best) 14 goals and 25 points in 81 games. Thus, he’s believed to be on the road to becoming an elite third-line center, as his offensive production was not necessarily at its best. Still, he demonstrated that he can be slotted into any situation within a game, including with the man advantage or on the penalty kill.

 

 

You need not look any further than his goal that came on the power play last week: