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Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Hockey Now / December 16
Former Red Wings Top Pick Finding His Game

Former Red Wings Top Pick Finding His Game

Filip Zadina never was able to find a fit with the Detroit Red Wings. The player chosen sixth overall in the 2018 NHL entry draft didn’t become the steady offensive producer that the club’s scouting staff was certain had fallen into their laps when Zadina’s draft day stock plummeted and he fell to them.

NHL News / Detroit Hockey Now / September 24
Check Out Zadina’s Nifty First Goal in the Swiss National League

Check Out Zadina’s Nifty First Goal in the Swiss National League

Filip Zadina undoubtedly hopes to find the net in Switzerland with more frequency than he lit the lamp in the NHL.  That hasn’t yet with Zadina boasting one goal in four games with Davos.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Hockey Now / September 9
Draft study emphasizes past emptiness of Red Wings' prospect cupboard

Draft study emphasizes past emptiness of Red Wings' prospect cupboard

A study of a decade of NHL drafting succinctly displays exactly how little Steve Yzerman was left to work with upon his arrival as GM of the Detroit Red Wings in 2019.

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The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

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NHL News / NHL Rumors / September 3
Weekend Notes: Jarvis and Deferred Compensation, Tyler Johnson, and Filip Zadina

Weekend Notes: Jarvis and Deferred Compensation, Tyler Johnson, and Filip Zadina

Puck Pedia: Salary breakdown for Seth Jarvis‘ contract extension with the Carolina Hurricanes – eight years at a $7.42 million cap hit. 2024-25: $2 million

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 2
Former Red Wings’ top-10 pick signs in Switzerland

Former Red Wings’ top-10 pick signs in Switzerland

Former sixth-overall pick Filip Zadina made a huge bet on himself last summer. Zadina forewent the remaining salary on his contract with the Detroit Red Wings for a chance at a fresh start.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / September 2
Former Red Wings, Sharks forward Filip Zadina signs with HC Davos

Former Red Wings, Sharks forward Filip Zadina signs with HC Davos

Filip Zadina, who the Detroit Red Wings selected one spot ahead of Quinn Hughes at the 2018 NHL Draft, has signed a two-year deal with Swiss club HC Davos.

San Jose Sharks News / Daily Faceoff / September 2
Filip Zadina signs two-year deal with HC Davos

Filip Zadina signs two-year deal with HC Davos

A former top NHL prospect is heading overseas. On Monday, HC Davos of the National League, the top league in Switzerland, announced they have signed forward Filip Zadina to a two-year contract.

NHL News / Detroit Hockey Now / September 2
Filip Zadina Lands in Switzerland With Two-Year Deal With Davos

Filip Zadina Lands in Switzerland With Two-Year Deal With Davos

Former Detroit Red Wings player Filip Zadina, who hasn’t lived up to expectations in the NHL, will now test his ability in the Swiss League with Hockey Club Davos.

San Jose Sharks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 2
Former first rounder goes overseas amid disappointing NHL stint

Former first-round pick heading overseas amid disappointing NHL stint

A former first-round pick is heading to Switzerland after a disappointing start to his NHL career.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / August 31
Senators Could Benefit From Adding Filip Zadina

Senators Could Benefit From Adding Filip Zadina

After some reports began to circulate that Filip Zadina was looking at a professional tryout contract (PTO) offer from the Buffalo Sabres, his agent put the rumours to rest on Aug.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 29
Exploring intriguing remaining UFAs as NHL season approaches

Exploring intriguing remaining unrestricted free agents as NHL season approaches

It’s been pretty quiet on the UFA market for weeks now. As the season approaches, here's a look at some intriguing players still available.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Hockey Patrol / August 29
Toronto Maple Leafs among three teams connected to former sixth-overall pick

Toronto Maple Leafs among three teams connected to former sixth-overall pick

NHL player agent Darren Ferris recently confirmed that Filip Zadina is close to a deal with one of three NHL teams to which he was recently connected, including the Toronto Maple Leafs.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / August 28
NHL Rumors: Zadina, Gagner, Oilers, Stars, Jets, and the Flyers

NHL Rumors: Zadina, Gagner, Oilers, Stars, Jets, and the Flyers

Lance Lysowski: The agent for forward Filip Zadina, Darren Ferris, said that report that Zadina was signing a PTO with the Buffalo Sabres was inaccurate and that he’s talking with another team about a contract.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / August 27
Filip Zadina to Sabres on PTO Debunked as Agent Talks Options

Filip Zadina to Sabres on PTO Debunked as Agent Talks Options

Recent reports suggesting that right-winger Filip Zadina will sign a Professional Tryout (PTO) with the Buffalo Sabres are inaccurate. Earlier news circulating on Tuesday morning, suggested by Pavel Barta of Deník Sport, incorrectly reported Zadina’s PTO with the Sabres.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 27
Sabres expected to sign former first-round pick to PTO

Sabres expected to sign former first-round pick to PTO

Until 2023, the right winger had mediocre results in a bottom-six role with Detroit, consistently shooting well below 10 percent and posting average possession metrics. 

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San Jose Sharks News / The Hockey Writers / May 9
Sharks 2023-24 Player Grades: Filip Zadina

Sharks 2023-24 Player Grades: Filip Zadina

Our San Jose Sharks player reviews for the 2023-24 season continue with forward Filip Zadina. The Czech winger had a decidedly mixed season with the Sharks, managing some career-high points along with frustrating lows.

San Jose Sharks News / San Jose Hockey Now / April 18, 2024
Zadina Still Looking for Consistency, And Not Just With Scoring

Zadina Still Looking for Consistency, And Not Just With Scoring

It was an up-and-down first season with the San Jose Sharks for Filip Zadina. Will the pending RFA return next year? “Guys who have been drafted where he was, the expectations are so high,” head coach David Quinn said.

San Jose Sharks News / San Jose Hockey Now / March 12, 2024
Zadina Scores Twice, But Sharks Lose 3-2 to Flyers

Zadina Scores Twice, But Sharks Lose 3-2 to Flyers

PHILADELPHIA — The San Jose Sharks visit Wells Fargo Arena to take on the Philadelphia Flyers. Filip Zadina scored twice, but the Sharks lost. 2 in: Nice little play at end of kill, Ferraro to Granlund to Sturm.

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