After completing the first dozen regular-season games of the NHL 2015-2016 season, Octopus Thrower examines and grades the top six forwards from the Detroit Red Wings top two lines. Let’s start the list with our bearded and fearless leader:
Henrik Zetterberg
After 12 games played this season, Henrik Zetterberg currently leads the Detroit Red Wings in assists (11) and points (14). Zetterberg’s 11 assists so far this season places him tied for third among all NHL skaters and his 14 points ranks him in the top seven.
With the absence of Pavel Datysuk, Henrik Zetterberg has proven to be the veteran voice and leader of this young Detroit Red Wings team.