Hirose was an undrafted free agent out of Michigan State, who entered the lineup in the season’s final 10 games and impressed with seven points (one goal, six assists) and strong instincts.
But this season it’s been a struggle.
Hirose entered Sunday night’s game with three points (all assists) in 11 games with a minus-5 rating.
Hirose added another assist last night in the OT loss to the Blues. If he can somehow find his game from late last season, it would be huge for the Red Wings scoring depth.