Daniil Tarasov Proving He Deserves More Time in Net

Inside The Rink argues that backup goaltender Daniil Tarasov deserves more playing time in net for the Detroit Red Wings. While starter John Gibson has posted a 3.58 goals-against average and an .873 save percentage, Tarasov has started the 2026-27 season with a 1-0-1 record, a league-leading 0.79 goals-against average, a .965 save percentage, and one shutout in three appearances.

The writer notes both Tarasov and Gibson are pending free agents, creating an interesting goaltending situation under head coach Todd McLellan. The article also highlights organization depth in the AHL with Grand Rapids Griffins goaltenders Michal Postava and Trey Augustine as Detroit prepares to face the Seattle Kraken.