Columbus, Ohio — Forward Joe Veleno is getting another chance to show what he can do at the NHL level, and he just might stay with the Red Wings for a long, long time.
Veleno was recalled from minor-league affiliate Grand Rapids on Monday, as the Red Wings placed forward Mitchell Stephens (lower body) on injured reserve.
Veleno, 21, a 2018 first-round draft pick, was with the Wings for four games two weeks ago when they were on the road without forwards Tyler Bertuzzi and Dylan Larkin. Veleno had a goal and an assist, and now has two goals and an assist in nine career NHL games over two brief stints.