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Detroit Red Wings' Michael Rasmussen, Dennis Cholowski show poise

The Detroit Red Wings got good performances from prospects in preseason opener Helene St. James, Detroit Free Press

Dylan Larkin joked he’s growing a beard to distinguish himself from “the kids.”

As the Detroit Red Wings prepare for the 2018-19 season, the preseason is being used to audition several prospects deemed capable of pushing for NHL jobs. One leading candidate got the exhibition started on a winning note, as 2017 first-round pick Michael Rasmussen scored in overtime of Wednesday’s game.

“I thought Ras got much better as the game went along,” coach Jeff Blashill said after the 3-2 victory over the Penguins.