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Red Wings Prospect Coming In Clutch
Down, but not out.
They say it’s hard to draft players outside of the first round, and the likelihood that they will become NHLers is minimal at best. However, there is one prospect that the Detroit Red Wings will have to keep an eye on.
Amadeus Lombardi currently plays for the AHL affiliate, Grand Rapids Griffins. Although he hasn’t played a game since December 1st. Despite this, he still leads the AHL with four game-winning goals.
Being clutch requires not only physical skill but also mental toughness. This mental edge will be vital as he continues to grow in his career.
Players who excel in clutch situations inspire confidence in their teammates, and Lombardi’s ability to deliver can elevate the entire team’s performance, enhancing overall chemistry.
Before the unfortunate collision that halted his season, he had accumulated 15 points in 20 games. Nine of those points were goals, and three came in his last five games before injury.
Getting a player like this in the fourth round is great work by the Red Wings scouting staff.
His skill, resilience, and clutch performance make him a pivotal asset for the Grand Rapids Griffins and a potential superstar in the making for the Red Wings.
Per Griffins Head Coach Dan Watson Amadeus Lombardi will be out for “a little while” with his injury and that is not what Griffins fans wanted to hear #GoGRG #LGRW
— Hockeytown West Podcast (@HockeytownWpod) December 14, 2024
Recently, Griffins coach Dan Watson said that Lombardi will still be out for a, “little while.” This is unfortunate, but you don’t want to rush him back and all the risks that come with that.
Lombardi may not return soon but, when he does return, never count his team out.
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