What happened to Justin Abdelkader?

Ex-Red Wings forward Justin Abdelkader signs with pro team in Switzerland. Detroit — Justin Abdelkader is continuing his hockey career, but not in the NHL. Abdelkader has signed with Switzerland’s EV Zug team, as the former Red Wings and Michigan State star attempts to revive his career in Europe.

Did the Red Wings trade Justin Abdelkader?

Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman placed Abdelkader on unconditional waivers for the purpose of a buyout Tuesday, a decision that will cost the Wings salary cap room for six years, but will open a roster spot.

How many hat tricks did Justin Abdelkader?

2
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Did Justin Abdelkader win the Stanley Cup?

Abdelkader was drafted 42nd overall by the Detroit Red Wings in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft. He played one more game that season for Detroit. In June when Detroit won the Stanley Cup Abdelkader was part of the team celebration. He was included on the team picture, and awarded a Stanley Cup Ring.

What nationality is Abdelkader?

American
Justin Abdelkader/Nationality

Is Justin Abdelkader a free agent?

Abdelkader, who was bought out by the Red Wings with three years remaining on a seven-year, $29.75 million contract, is one of a small group of unrestricted free agents searching for work with training camps wrapping up soon.

Who does Justin applicator play for?

EV Zug#89 / Left wing
Justin Abdelkader/Current teams

Where are the Detroit Red Wings playing?

Detroit Red Wings – Schedule

Date OPP Venue
Nov 6, 2021 @ Buffalo KeyBank Center
Nov 7, 2021 vs Vegas Little Caesars Arena
Nov 9, 2021 vs Edmonton Little Caesars Arena
Nov 11, 2021 vs Washington Little Caesars Arena

When did Justin Abdelkader play for the US national team?

Abdelkader was selected to play for the United States national team at the 2014 IIHF World Championship, where he was named team captain. Abdelkader was suspended for one-game at the World Championships for a knee-to-knee hit infraction on Konstantin Pushkaryov in a game against Kazakhstan.

When did Justin Abdelkader get married to his girlfriend?

During his senior year, he played for the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders of the USHL . Abdelkader proposed to his longtime girlfriend Julie Leshkevich in November 2016 at the Joe Louis Arena. The couple married on July 21, 2017, and gave birth to their first child in September 2018.

When did Justin Abdelkader play for EV Zug?

On February 3, 2021, Abdelkader joined EV Zug of the National League (NL) for the remainder of the 2020–21 season. He made his debut on February 23, 2021, in a 4-3 OT win against Genève-Servette HC at the Patinoire des Vernets. Abdelkader went on to win the 2021 NL title with EV Zug, putting up 9 points (6 goals) in 13 playoffs contests.

When did Justin Abdelkader sign with the Detroit Red Wings?

On April 3, 2008, Abdelkader signed a one-game amateur tryout with the Detroit Red Wings of the National Hockey League and was to play that night against the Columbus Blue Jackets. In doing so, he forfeited his college eligibility for the 2008–09 season. The following day, Abdelkader signed a three-year contract with the Detroit Red Wings.