Episodes
On the final episode of Wings for Breakfast, Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer reflect on the over 120 episodes of the show, and hear some words from friends they've made over the run of the pod. Also, they give predictions for the Red Wings in a post-WFB world, dive into one last mailbag, and the duo challenge each other to a trivia showdown for the final word. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 05/27/21
Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer share their observations of the NHL Playoffs so far, before diving into the Red Wings' latest ELC signings and the listener mailbag, which had them weighing hypothetical trades for Detroit, what a Bernier extension may look like, and much more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 05/25/21
Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer discuss Jeff Blashill's two-year contract extension as the head coach of the Detroit Red Wings, and as Dan Bylsma leaves the coaching staff, who could join the team as an assistant coach. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 05/19/21
Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer discuss LTIR, both in regards to the Tampa Bay Lightning and Nikita Kucherov and the league as a whole. Also, where the Red Wings' lottery odds currently sit, playoff predictions, and more of your mailbag questions. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 05/18/21
As they await the Red Wings' end of season press conference, Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer dive into the Jack Eichel situation, and discuss if the Red Wings may make a call for him, and other possible landing places for him. Also, goalie options if Bernier doesn't resign, a good old tank-a-thon draft simulation, and favorite memories of the season in the mailbag. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Published 05/12/21
Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer discuss Tyler Bertuzzi's back surgery and Robby Fabbri being out, before diving into the progress of the Red Wings' prospects this season. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 05/06/21
Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer discuss the Red Wings' two games vs the Lightning before diving into a massive listener mailbag episode, answering your questions about Filip Hronek, the upcoming expansion draft, rebuilding, and much more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 05/04/21
Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer recap Tuesday's 1-0 shootout loss to the Blue Jackets, including the debut of Joe Veleno. Also, as the WJC-18 tournament is ongoing, thoughts of the standout players so far, and how does a performance in this tournament affect draft stock? And of course, a dive into the listener mailbag. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 04/28/21
Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer look back at the Red Wings' OT loss to Dallas before diving deep into this episode's main topic: how to properly execute a rebuild through the draft. Just how much the the team's draft lottery position matter? And of course, the wrap the episode by answering your questions. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 04/27/21
Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer share observations from the last two games against the Dallas Stars, and where the Red Wings' could sit in the draft lottery, before jumping into their main discussion for the episode- how to approach prospect development and the idea of fitting them into a team scheme. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 04/22/21
With the release of Bob McKenzie's draft rankings for 2021, Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer dive in and discuss the players that stick out to them that may be available for the Red Wings in this year's draft, and also compare this class to last year's. They also look back at the latest stretch of games for the Red Wings, and as he wraps up year two, thoughts on GM Steve Yzerman at the helm. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad...
Published 04/20/21
Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer take a closer look at the deals the Red Wings made at the NHL trade deadline on Monday, how the moves affect Yzerman's rebuild going forward, and answer many of your questions. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 04/15/21
Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer discuss the trade that sends Anthony Mantha to the Capitals, and brings in Jakub Vrana, Richard Panik, a first-round pick in the 2021 draft, and a second-round pick in the 2022 draft for the Red Wings, including the short and long term implications. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 04/13/21
Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer put out the call for your Red Wings trade proposals and spend this episode analyzing them. How successfully did Wings for Breakfast listeners play GM? Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 04/09/21
Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer dive into the Red Wings' 5-1 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning, before they get into their main topic for the episode: expectations for prospects. They discuss first-line players vs. stars, and get into the numbers behind production the last couple of seasons. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 04/06/21
Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer discuss the Red Wings' 4-1 loss to the Panthers in a game where they were extremely outplayed and bad defense reared its ugly head. Also Shayne Gostisbehere was put on waivers by the Flyers and remained unclaimed, and Prashanth dives into chaos to explore trade situations. Finally, the duo dive into the mailbag to answer your questions. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Published 04/01/21
Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer recap the Red Wings' first sweep of the season, winning both games over the Columbus Blue Jackets. They discuss Dylan Larkin's great game one, Svechnikov and Rasmussen shining in game two, and Calvin Pickard in net for both. Also, another dive into the mailbag, and much more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/30/21
Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer recap the last couple of games vs. Nashville, including Tim Peel’s controversial hot mic moment in Tuesday’s 2-0 loss to the Preds, as well as the rough 7-1 loss on Thursday night, before discussing whether this year’s Wings are better than last season’s team, and wrapping up with some listener questions. And, right now, you can sign up for an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $1 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast or for...
Published 03/26/21
Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer recap the last couple of games vs Dallas, including the impact of Jonathan Bernier's injury, before diving into the upcoming trade deadline, and the philosophies a team in a rebuild should follow. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/23/21
Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer discuss the Red Wings' upset win over the Hurricanes on Tuesday before diving into the main discussion: Where does Dylan Larkin rank among the NHL's top centers? Plus, they answer your question in the mailbag, and more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/17/21
Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer recap the last couple of Red Wings games against the Lightning and Hurricanes, including Bernier continuing to be stellar for this team. Also, Sebrango signs his ELC, what they're hearing about the Red Wings and the trade deadline, check in on the SHL, and they build their ESPN NHL broadcast team in the listener mailbag. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/16/21
Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer share observations from the Red Wings' 4-3 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning, including Filip Zadina, Bobby Ryan, and Luke Glendening's performances. Also, Evgeny Svechnikov is back out of the lineup, is there a feasible way for him to find his way back? Then, a prospect stock watch, your mailbag questions, and more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/11/21
With the news of proposed changes to the NHL Draft Lottery format, Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer take the time to discuss the adjustments, the history of the draft lottery, tanking, and more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/09/21
Max Bultman and Prashanth Iyer spend this episode diving into answering your questions. First a look at the progress of the Red Wings' rebuild, and out of Detroit, Vancouver, and Buffalo who is in better shape? Also realistic RFA projections for Filip Hronek and more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/wingsforbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/04/21