Watson was reassigned to AHL Grand Rapids following Thursday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Maple Leafs.

EDGE Analysis

Watson scored a goal on four shots in the NHL season finale. The 33-year-old had three tallies over 13 contests with the Red Wings this season. He'll close out 2024-25 with the Griffins, who are set for a run in the AHL playoffs.

Watson was recalled from AHL Grand Rapids on Tuesday under emergency conditions.

EDGE Analysis

Watson has been limited to just eight NHL appearances this year, in which he notched two goals, seven assists and 21 hits while averaging a meager 6:10 of ice time. Unless the Wings can put together a last-minute surge for a playoff spot, the only postseason action coming for Watson this year figures to be with the Griffins.

Watson was reassigned to AHL Grand Rapids on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Watson had two goals over six games with the Red Wings despite seeing minimal ice time (5:52 per game) during his emergency recall. Elmer Soderblom (undisclosed) is reportedly a possibility to play Friday, which explains why Watson is being reassigned.

Watson scored a goal on two shots and added two hits in Tuesday's 5-2 loss to the Avalanche.

EDGE Analysis

Watson is making the most of his current stay with the big club -- he's scored twice in three contests since his March 21 call-up. The 33-year-old forward remains in a fourth-line role, so don't expect the offense to last for long. He's added six shots on net, 16 hits and an even plus-minus rating over five outings this season. Watson may stick in the lineup Thursday versus the Senators since Elmer Soderblom (undisclosed) won't be available, but Dominik Shine is also a candidate to play.

Watson scored a goal in Monday's 5-1 win over Utah.

EDGE Analysis

Watson scored for the first time this season, but the 33-year-old veteran has logged just four appearances throughout the 2024-25 campaign with the Red Wings. He shouldn't carry a lot of fantasy appeal for the rest of the regular season.

Watson was recalled from AHL Grand Rapids on Friday under emergency conditions.

EDGE Analysis

Watson has logged just two games for Detroit this season, with his most recent appearance coming Oct. 30 versus Winnipeg. The decision to call up Watson doesn't bode well for Elmer Soderblom's (undisclosed) availability against the Golden Knights on Saturday.

Watson signed a one-year, two-way contract extension with the Red Wings on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Watson has spent the vast majority of 2024-25 with AHL Grand Rapids, earning 32 points and 94 PIM over 52 appearances. The Red Wings are clearly satisfied with what he brings in terms of organizational depth and toughness. He also has two games played in the NHL this season but did not earn a point in either contest.

Watson was assigned to AHL Grand Rapids on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Watson was recalled by the Red Wings on Wednesday to fill in for Vladimir Tarasenko (illness) against Winnipeg. Watson tallied four hits and a shot on goal while logging 9:06 of ice time, but he should have more consistent opportunities to contribute in the AHL.

Watson was recalled by the Red Wings on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Watson has six assists and 19 PIM in seven appearances with AHL Grand Rapids in 2024-25. He's a veteran of 516 career NHL regular-season outings, recording 60 goals, 118 points and 707 PIM. Vladimir Tarasenko is expected to be a game-time decision for Wednesday's tilt against Winnipeg due to the flu, so Watson might draw into the lineup in a bottom-six capacity if Tarasenko is unavailable.

Watson was assigned to AHL Grand Rapids on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Watson being returned to the minors is likely an indication that Christian Fischer (upper body) is nearing a return. Watson registered two hits and two PIM in 4:54 of ice time in Monday's 4-1 loss to the Rangers.