Detroit is willing to carry three goaltenders on their opening night roster, a strategy used last season to avoid losing an experienced netminder to waivers in a league with limited reliable goaltending depth.
Husso's first season with the Red Wings was a tale of two halves. He started strong but faded in the second half, struggling with injuries and fatigue. Despite the challenges, Husso remains a key figure, and he's confident heading into camp, saying he feels "110% healthy." Coach Derek Lalonde recognizes the need for Husso to get "live reps" in practice, preseason games, and the Red/White scrimmage to return to form.
The addition of Talbot, an experienced veteran, creates healthy competition, and Lyon, who also showed flashes of promise last season, will look to secure his spot as a primary backup. Lalonde pointed out that managing the workload for three goalies can be tricky, but it's a strategy that saved the Red Wings last season when injuries mounted.