KANATA, Ontario – It’s a disturbing thought.
For a dozen Red Wings, their next goal will be their first goal this season.
In the case of Darren Helm, it’s not without his September setbacks. He missed training camp, the exhibition season, and the first four games of the regular season.
“It sucks,” said Helm, who suffered a separated shoulder as well as a concussion in the opening minutes of camp when he collided head-on with invitee Jerome Verrier.
“I’ve played in 13 or 14 games now,” Helm added, “I’ve had my camp, I’ve had my exhibition, there’s no excuses right now for any poor play that comes along.