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Red Wings Assign Rookie Danielson to AHL for Development

1/7/2026

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The Detroit Red Wings assigned rookie center Nate Danielson to the Grand Rapids Griffins of the AHL for development.
Danielson, 21, has 28 AHL games this season with two goals and five assists.
John Leonard of the Griffins has 20 goals and 32 points.
Coach Todd McLellan said Danielson must improve his offensive skills and produce more consistently.

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The Detroit Red Wings assigned rookie center Nate Danielson to the Grand Rapids Griffins of the AHL for development.
Danielson, 21, has 28 AHL games this season with two goals and five assists.
John Leonard of the Griffins has 20 goals and 32 points.
Coach Todd McLellan said Danielson must improve his offensive skills and produce more consistently.