News:Jakub Kindl snapped a six-game scoreless streak with a power-play goal in Thursday's shootout loss to San Jose.
Analysis: He also hadn't found twine since back on March 10 vs. Columbus, so Jakub Kindl and his fantasy owners have to be happy to see things turn his way in this one.
News:Jakub Kindl banked an assist and finished plus-4 in Saturday's win at Vancouver.
Analysis: He isn't setting any scoring records (even for rearguards) with eight points in 22 starts, but his plus-14 rating leads the team. If your league emphasizes that category, he's worth watching; the Red Wings will probably improve over the remainder of the season, and that generally bodes well for +/- ratings.
News:Jakub Kindl potted his second goal of the season in Thursday night's win over Edmonton.
Analysis: Even with the return of Ian White, Jakub Kindl has been in the lineup for eight consecutive games after taking the healthy scratch February 21 against Columbus. Generally a stay-at-home type, Kindl's place in the lineup appears to be reasonably safe at the present time.
News:Jakub Kindl will be a healthy scratch Thursday.
Analysis: Kent Huskins returns to the lineup, as the Wings continues to rotate their sixth blue-line spot. Jakub Kindl has tallied in assist in each of the last three games he's played around a healthy scratch Sunday night in Minnesota.
News:Jakub Kindl will not play Sunday against the Wild, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: Despite a two-game point streak for Jakub Kindl, he'll be a healthy scratch Sunday. Kent Huskins will replace him in the lineup.
News:Jakub Kindl will play Tuesday against the Stars, MLive.com reports.
Analysis:Jakub Kindl was a healthy scratch on Sunday, but will be in the lineup Tuesday night in Dallas. However, with fellow defensemen Ian White (leg) and Carlo Colaiacovo (shoulder) expected to return from injuries within the next couple weeks, Kindl could be traded away or end up being a healthy scratch more often.
News:Jakub Kindl was a healthy scratch Sunday against Chicago, the Detroit Free Press reports.
Analysis: Brian Lashoff appears to have leapfrogged Jakub Kindl on the depth chart, which could make him expendable once the Wings' injured blueliners return from IR in the coming weeks.
News:Jakub Kindl (groin) played 16:17 including 2:32 on the power play in his return to the lineup Friday night.
Analysis: Typically, Jakub Kindl is not an option on the power play, but the rash of injuries on the Detroit blue line has forced a few of the team's defensemen to handle expanded roles. Kindl contributed a minor penalty, two hits and two blocked shots against the Wild on Friday night.
News:Jakub Kindl (groin) is healed from his injury and expected to play Friday against the Wild, the Detroit Free Press reports.
Analysis:Jakub Kindl has missed the team's first three games, but should quickly become a member of one of the team's top three defensive pairings upon returning.
News: The Red Wings placed Jakub Kindl (groin) on IR on Monday, Ansar Khan of MLive.com reports.
Analysis:Jakub Kindl didn't play in Detroit's season opener, but did record 11 points in 27 contests while playing overseas in the Czech League during the NHL lockout. If fellow defenseman Jonathan Ericsson (shoulder) can't go Monday night either, the Red Wings will be relatively thin on the back end.
News:Jakub Kindl (groin) was on the ice after Saturday's morning skate, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: For now, Jakub Kindl remains day-to-day, but Kyle Quincey's struggles in the season opener Saturday could earn him a look in the lineup sooner rather than later once he's healthy.
News:Jakub Kindl sat out Thursday's practice with a groin issue, Ted Kulfan of the Detroit News reports.
Analysis: We'll consider Jakub Kindl day-to-day, but given that he's not really a power play factor, his upside on offense is limited. Kindl accumulated a modest 13 points (1 G, 12 A) in 55 2011-12 contests.
News:Jakub Kindl will open the season paired with Ian White if Carlo Colaiacovo is unable to play on Opening Night, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: It could be an ongoing battle for Jakub Kindl to remain in the mix for minutes when the Wings have their full complement of blueliners healthy, but there's a very good chance he will have the chance to prove his worth in game action when the season gets underway given Colaiacovo's questionable status.
News:Jakub Kindl has signed a deal to play with HC Pardubice of the Czech Republic during the NHL lockout, the Detroit Free Press reports.
Analysis:Jakub Kindl's future with the Red Wings remains a bit uncertain after Kyle Quincey vaulted ahead of him on the depth chart last season, but he'll put those concerns aside for now while playing overseas. He'll be eligible to return to the Red Wings when a resolution to the lockout is reached.
News:Jakub Kindl's future with the Wings is murky, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: The addition of Kyle Quincey ate into his playing time down the stretch, and the Wings would like to see more grit from Jakub Kindl if he's going to stick on their blue line. If he's a part of the plan in 2012-13, look for him to work as half of the team's third defensive pairing. As a depth option, he could simply continue to serve as the seventh blueliner next season and become the first option in should injuries strike. Kindl had 13 points (1 G, 12 A) and a plus-7 rating in 55 games this season.
News:Jakub Kindl (upper body) will return to the lineup for the Red Wings on Saturday, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: He missed eight games with an oblique strain, but is apparently ready to roll again and should reprise his role as a member of Detroit's third blue-line pairing.
News:Jakub Kindl (upper body) said Friday that he can play Saturday against Carolina but he'll need to be given the green light by team trainers, Helene St. James of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Analysis: There's a chance Jakub Kindl is ready to go, but with just 12 points (1G, 11A) on the year, there is very little reason to rush him into any fantasy lineup.
News:Jakub Kindl (upper body) said he may play Saturday against the Hurricanes, the Detroit Free Press reports.
Analysis: That comment effectively rules Jakub Kindl out for Wednesday's contest against the Rangers.
News:Jakub Kindl (upper body) won't play Saturday against the Sharks, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: He's expected to return some time next week, but Saturday will mark his sixth game missed with the injury.
News:Jakub Kindl (upper body) practiced Monday, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: The Wings did not update his status in terms of Tuesday's game against the Kings, but it sounds like Jakub Kindl may be back in the lineup sooner rather than later.
News:Jakub Kindl (upper body) is expected to miss another one-to-two weeks with his undisclosed injury, the Detroit Free Press reports.
Analysis: For now, he hasn't been placed on IR, but that seems like a decent bet if the Wings opt to bring an extra blueliner on their upcoming west coast road trip.
News:Jakub Kindl (upper body) missed Monday's practice and is out for Tuesday's game in Philadelphia, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: Doug Janik has been recalled from Grand Rapids to replace him for at least Tuesday's game against the Flyers. Beyond that, Jakub Kindl is considered day-to-day for the time being.
News:Jakub Kindl was forced out of Sunday's game against Chicago with an upper body injury, Red Wings' official site reports.
Analysis:Jakub Kindl is the latest Detroit blueliner to be dinged up, following in the recent footsteps of Nicklas Lidstrom and Jonathan Ericsson.
News:Jakub Kindl is the odd-man out on the blue line with the arrival of Kyle Quincey.
Analysis: Quincey will skate with Jonathan Ericsson on the third pairing and see time on the power play, while Jakub Kindl is essentially the No. 7 blueliner ticketed to spend time in the press box until an injury creates another opportunity for him.
News:Jakub Kindl will return to the press box Tuesday against Dallas, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: Mike Commodore is back from a foot injury and it appears the two blueliners will have to jockey for the No. 6 spot throughout the second half of the season, as a rotation seems unlikely come playoff time.
News:Jakub Kindl will replace Mike Commodore in the lineup Saturday against Toronto, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: He's been in the press box for six straight games, so it's unclear if this move will last more than a game or two as the two blueliners could share the final spot if the rest of the team's defensemen stay healthy.
News:Jakub Kindl has been a healthy scratch for four straight games after sitting in favor of Mike Commodore again Friday night in Chicago.
Analysis: What turned into a bad game just over a week ago ultimately opened the door for the veteran blueliner to take over the No. 6 spot, at least temporarily. It may take an injury or stretch of poor play from Commodore to get Jakub Kindl back in the lineup at this point, so it's best to sit him down until further notice.
News:Jakub Kindl will be replaced by Mike Commodore in the lineup Thursday, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: There's no word from head coach Mike Babcock regarding the duration of the change, but Jakub Kindl still has a plus-3 rating for the season along with a pair of assists through 10 games.
News:Jakub Kindl will open the season paired with Jonathan Ericsson, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: Mike Commodore will miss at least the first two games with a knee injury, so Jakub Kindl receives the opportunity to prove he belongs as the team's sixth blueliner to open the year.
News:Jakub Kindl is battling Mike Commodore for the sixth blue-line spot, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: The 24-year-old Jakub Kindl is a good puck-moving blueliner with plenty of offensive upside. Both players should make the Opening Night roster, it's just a matter of sorting out who will be the first choice to join the third pairing while the other is likely a healthy scratch out of the gate. Kindl bulked up during the offseason and should be a part of the team's long-term plans regardless of the outcome of this training camp battle.
News: Kindl has impressed Wings head coach Mike Babcock with his transformation over the course of the season, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: Although it hasn't led to production at the offensive end, Kindl's improved consistency bodes well for his chances of securing a spot in the top-six corps next season after Ruslan Salei becomes a free agent.
News: Kindl will replace Brad Stuart (broken jaw) in the Wings' lineup, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: He's been spending a lot of time in the press box lately, but that's simply because the Red Wings' blueliners have remained very healthy this season. There's no timetable for Stuart's return, but we imagine that Kindl will get at least a couple of weeks in the lineup while he recovers with his jaw wired shut.
News: The Red Wings recalled Kindl from his two-week conditioning stint at AHL Grand Rapids on Thursday, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: Kindl had one goal, four assists and a minus-5 rating in eight games with Grand Rapids, but he seemed to get more comfortable as time went on. He wasn't getting much ice time with Detroit before going to the AHL, so don't expect to see a lot of him this time around.
News: Kindl has been assigned to the Grand Rapids Griffins, the Red Wings' AHL affiliate, the teams' twitter reports.
Analysis: Kindl was sent on a conditioning loan, which can last for up to two weeks. He hadn't played in the past 13 games for the Red Wings.
News: Kindl could be a healthy scratch next week if Brian Rafalski (knee) returns Monday as expected, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: He played 13:25 and was plus-1 in Friday's win over Edmonton. Kindl has been paired mostly with Ruslan Salei thus far and head coach Mike Babcock has been very pleased with his play, particularly in his bounce-back efforts following the only two "bad" games he's played this season.
News: Wings head coach Mike Babcock is challenging Kindl to shoot more when he's on the ice in power-play situations, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: "In the NHL, you're playing against best PK players, so sometimes it's hard to find a hole and shoot it," Kindl said. "That's what I got to work on, shoot the puck more on the power play. Once you see the hole, you got to shoot it right away." Kindl is averaging 2:18 per game on the power play, seeing minutes on the point because Brian Rafalski is sidelined with a knee injury. Babcock said that Kindl will have to shoot more in order to remain in that role for the remaining time (likely a couple of weeks) that Rafalski is unable to play.
News: Kindl will be in the lineup in place of Jonathan Ericsson (back) against Chicago on Saturday night, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: No word yet if he'll pair up with Nicklas Lidstrom, or if head coach Mike Babcock will shake things up from Friday's 4-0 win against the Ducks, but Kindl is getting into the fray after spending a game in the press box as the team's seventh blueliner.
News: Kindl will be a healthy scratch for the Wings on Friday against the Ducks, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: This shouldn't come as much of a surprise as Jonathan Ericsson solidified his place in the top-six during the preseason. As a result, Kindl will have to battle for ice time in practice or wait for an injury to contribute as part of one of the team's pairings.
News: The Detroit Red Wings recalled defenseman Jakub Kindl from the AHL Grand Rapids Griffins on Wednesday. The 22-year-old Czech native was picked 19th in the 2005 draft and made his NHL debut with the Red Wings on Dec. 3. He went scoreless in two games for Detroit. Kindl has appeared in 27 games with the Griffins this season with 13 assists. Kindl was available for Wednesday night's Red Wings game against the visiting Chicago Blackhawks.
Analysis: Kindl is a top prospect for Detroit and a must-own long-term Fantasy keeper. But he still has no Fantasy appeal in seasonal formats.
News: Detroit D Jakub Kindl made his NHL debut on Thursday against the Oilers. Kindl, who replaced an injured Brian Rafalski (back), had no points and a minus-2 rating in 14:18 of ice time. He took one shot on net.
Analysis: Before Fantasy owners get all excited, it seems Kindl will only be up as long as Rafalski is injured. The 2005 first-round pick has 12 points in 19 games for Grand Rapids (AHL). He is a top prospect for Detroit and a must-own long-term Fantasy keeper. But he still has no Fantasy appeal in seasonal formats.
News: The Detroit Free Press reports Red Wings defenseman Brian Rafalski left practice early on Wednesday after suffering tightness in his back. His status for Thursday's game against Edmonton remains in question. Detroit called up prospect Jakub Kindl from Grand Rapids of the AHL in case Rafalski is absent on Thursday.
Analysis: Before Fantasy owners get all excited, it seems Kindl will only be up as long as Rafalski is injured. The 2005 first-round pick has 12 points in 19 games for Grand Rapids. He is a top prospect for Detroit and a must-own long-term Fantasy keeper. But he still has no Fantasy appeal in seasonal formats.
News:The Sports Xchange reports the Red Wings moved quickly to lock up a player they hope will be a cornerstone of their defense for years, signing Jakub Kindl to a three-year, $2.65 million contract extension on July 23. Kindl, 22, has one year remaining on his entry-level deal. He is slated to spend one more season with AHL affiliate Grand Rapids, where the Red Wings hope he will improve defensively while continuing to hone his good set of offensive skills.
Analysis: Kindl is slated to spend one more season with AHL affiliate Grand Rapids, where the Red Wings hope he will improve defensively while continuing to hone his good set of offensive skills. Kindl had six goals and 33 points in 78 games with Grand Rapids last season. He remains more of a long-term Fantasy keeper at this juncture in his career.
News: Red Wings defenseman prospect Jakub Kindl hasn't scored a goal in 11 January games for Grand Rapids of the AHL, but does have five assists in that span. He is also at minus-8 for January. For the season, Kindl has five goals, 22 assists and a minus-13 rating in 44 games.
Analysis: Kindl continues to improve on the offensive end of the ice, but since turning pro in 2005-06 he has a minus-48 rating. The Red Wings almost certainly won't bring up the 2005 first-round pick until his defense starts to improve. Kindl remains just a long-term Fantasy keeper.
News: Red Wings D prospect Jakub Kindl has slowed down in the last few weeks after having a fast start for Grand Rapids of the AHL. Kindl had one goal and two assists in his first three games, but has just two goals and three assists over his last 11 games.
Analysis: Kindl, the Red Wings' first-round pick in 2005, played 75 games last season with Grand Rapids, his first full pro season. He had 17 points (three goals). Kindl was a good offensive player at the junior hockey level and is starting to show some of those talents once again in the minors. However, Detroit is not yet in need of any fresh bodies, so Kindl remains just a long-term Fantasy keeper.
News: Red Wings D prospect Jakub Kindl is off to a fast start at Grand Rapids (AHL). He has one goal and two assists in his first three games.
Analysis: Kindl, the Red Wings' first-round pick in 2005, played 75 games last season with Grand Rapids, his first full pro season. He had 17 points (three goals). Kindl was a good offensive player at the junior hockey level and is starting to show some of those talents once again in the minors. However, Detroit is not yet in need of any fresh bodies, so Kindl remains just a long-term Fantasy keeper.
News:Jakub Kindl has two goals and six assists, to go with his minus-14 rating in 24 games for Grand Rapids of the AHL this season.
Analysis: Kindl is still just a 20-year-old Czech defenseman that could find time later this season. As of now, he's only worth holding onto in larger keeper leagues.
News: The Detroit Red Wings assign Carl Corazzini, Mark Cullen, Brett Engelhardt, Randall Gelech, Jakub Kindl, Ryan Oulahen and Garrett Stafford to Grand Rapids of the AHL on Wednesday.
Analysis: These players would take some serious injuries to get back to the NHL. Avoid them in all Fantasy leagues.
