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Anthony Mantha moving swiftly even though Red Wings are stuck

John Niyo and Ted Kulfan take a look at the Red Wings at midseason with NHL Network host Tony Luftman. The Detroit News

Detroit — Anthony Mantha is back, and he is moving.

His quick-strike, unassisted goal in the first period against the Washington Capitals tied the game and provided strong evidence that when his feet are in motion Mantha is an effective power forward.

His two games since returning from injury suggest he intends to play that way.

The big Red Wings forward hurt his hand fighting Dec.