Swedish Red Wings’ IIHF Worlds Run Has Plenty of Bite

The Red Wings connection at the IIHF Worlds is giving fans a useful look at how their Swedish pieces are holding up on a bigger stage. International play can flatter some players and expose others, and teams always pay attention when their prospects and regulars are asked to carry more of the load. Detroit has been hunting for signs that its Swedish pipeline is doing real work, not just collecting polite praise.