Emmerton is a scratch tonight according to Mike Babcock.
Emmerton took a knee-on-knee hit in his last game but has been practicing with the Wings. Expect Justin Abdelkader to continue centering the fourth line.
Emmerton not in because of coach's decision, not because he got dinged in Boston. Says he feels good enough to play.
Emmerton took a knee on knee hit from Dennis Seidenberg yesterday and is likely day-to-day. The fourth line center has a goal and an assist in his rookie season.
Emmerton might have made the team anyway, but Mursak's injury probably assures him of a spot.
In his third full AHL season, Emmerton scored 12 goals and 38 points. The former second round pick should make the team out of camp and provide some energy to a bottom line.
Emmerton, 23, must earn a spot on the Red Wings roster in the preseason or he will be waived and likely claimed by another organization. He has the inside track because he has paid his dues in the system, but there are no guarantees.
In his third full AHL season, Emmerton scored 12 goals and 38 points. The former second round pick should make the team out of camp and provide some energy to a bottom line.
Cory Emmerton, who has the inside track on the 14th and final forward spot.
In his third full AHL season, Emmerton scored 12 goals and 38 points. The former second round pick should make the team out of camp and provide some energy to a bottom line.