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www.RedWingsCentral.com September 12, 2007 Zack Torquato has something to prove to the Detroit Red Wings and 29 other NHL teams who let him slide in the NHL entry draft in June. The 6-foot, 195 pound forward was rated the 61st North American skater by the Central Scouting, but slipped to 178th overall. That's where the Red Wings stepped up and grabbed him, saying they couldn't resist. Skating ...
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Reviewing the Prospect Tournament
Gorilla Crouch — ... The Detroit Red Wings wrapped up their prospect tournament last night with a 5-4 loss to the St. Louis Blues. That gave them a 1-3 record in the tournament. The Red Wings prospects built up a 3-2 lead in the third period last night before giving up 2 goals and an empty-netter to close out the scoring. It probably isn’t a coincidence that the team seemed to struggle defensively with Darren Helm out of the lineup with a shoulder injury. It sounds like he’ll be ready for the start of training camp on Friday. ...

9/12 - Quick Links
Behind the Jersey — ... - After having a solid prospect tournament performance, Evan McGrath had some bad luck with injuries on Tuesday. ...

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