Watson was assigned to AHL Grand Rapids on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Watson was brought up from the minors Thursday, but he didn't draw into a game with the big club. The 33-year-old's demotion might be an indication that Patrick Kane (upper body) is nearing a return to the lineup. Watson has two goals, 20 PIM and a plus-1 rating across four appearances with the Griffins this season.

The Red Wings called up Watson from AHL Grand Rapids on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

The Red Wings are down to 12 healthy forwards as Patrick Kane will miss his sixth straight game with an upper-body injury. Watson had two goals in four AHL games this season before his recall. Don't be surprised if he is a healthy scratch against the Kings in Los Angeles on Thursday.

Watson was placed on waivers by Detroit on Wednesday, per Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports

EDGE Analysis

Watson managed just three goals in 13 games with Detroit last season, but was quite productive at the AHL level, scoring 19 goals and adding 23 assists in 60 games with Grand Rapids. The 11-year veteran will return to the Griffins to start the season, with a chance at returning to Detroit in the future.

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.