Toronto — This hasn’t been an easy season thus far for coach Jeff Blashill, and the Red Wings, at all.
The losses have mounted and wins have been few and far between.
“It’s been, certainly, as big a challenge as I’ve faced in my professional career,” said Blashill after Saturday’s morning skate. “We’d be lying if we didn’t say that. The record (9-24-3) says that.
“It’s a great challenge, and it’s a great opportunity.