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Andersson’s asset to Wings is his dedication to defense

Deep into the NHL off-season, Helene St. James takes a look at individual Red Wings and assesses expectations for the coming season.

Today’s focal point: Forward Joakim Andersson

LOOKING AT 2014-15 PRODUCTION: Three goals, five assists, eight points in 68 games; one goal, one assist, two points in seven playoff games.

LOOKING AT MONEY: Signed this summer to one-year, $815,000 contract. Unrestricted free agent upon expiration.

LOOKING BACK: Andersson, 26, rebounded from a health-impaired 2013-14 to look more like the dependable defensive forward he is.