Detroit City Wire

Moritz Seider, a key player for the Detroit Red Wings, expressed optimism about the team's future following their 2024-25 season. The team experienced significant changes after Todd McLellan was appointed head coach on December 26.

"[McLellan] found a way to get ourselves going and get a little spark in the locker room," Seider stated during his end-of-season media session on April 19. He added that having McLellan for a full training camp and preseason would make a difference, emphasizing the team's eagerness to improve next year.

Seider led all Red Wings defensemen in several categories this past season, including games played (82), goals (eight), assists (38), points (46), power-play goals (four), power-play points (24), shots (162), hits (212), blocks (181), and average time on ice (25:04). He relishes playing significant minutes in crucial situations.

"That's what I want to do and strive for," Seider said. "That's why we all work hard in the summer, to get in that position to earn those tough minutes."

The Red Wings' power play was notably successful under Seider's leadership, ranking fourth in the NHL at 27 percent. They broke the franchise record for single-season man-advantage efficiency previously held by the 2008-09 team.

"The power play was a huge success the whole year," Seider remarked. Despite some struggles towards the end of the season, he noted their goal of reaching the top five was achieved.

Seider has maintained an impressive streak of 328 consecutive games since his NHL debut against Tampa Bay Lightning on October 14, 2021. He consistently seeks improvement in various aspects of his game.

"No one is perfect," he admitted. "You want to be better on the penalty kill and power play."

Looking ahead, Seider wants the Red Wings to become more challenging opponents, particularly in their defensive zone.

"I think it's not only about hitting people but how fast can we close on our opponent," he explained.

Throughout the season, Detroit experimented with different defensive pairings. Seider often partnered with rookie Simon Edvinsson, who also made notable progress.

"He's been growing a lot," Seider said of Edvinsson's development both mentally and physically.

Following Detroit's season conclusion, Seider continued honing his skills by captaining Team Germany at the 2025 IIHF World Championship held from May 9-25 in Stockholm and Herning.

"You want to still play hockey at that time of year," said Seider. He also expressed pride in representing Germany at international events like these and looked forward to future opportunities such as participating in Milano Cortina's Olympic Winter Games 2026.