The Detroit Red Wings infamous "Yzerplan" is starting to pay off and is forcing the organization to make a trade.

The Red Wings' fourth straight win came from a familiar source. Now, they'll have to show they can handle success.

Rookies Axel Sandin Pellikka, Michael Brandsegg-Nygård & Emmitt Finnie are holding their own with the Detroit Red Wings in a four-game win streak.

DETROIT – Detroit Red Wings coach Todd McLellan talks about having “a ton of confidence” in the three rookies that forced their way onto the roster. That was evident when two of them – Axel Sandin-Pellikka and Emmitt Finnie – were on the ice to start overtime on Friday. It’s been clear on how he’s used all three, including Michael Brandsegg-Nygard.

Detroit Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan has liked what he's seen from rookie Axel Sandin-Pellikka in the early going.

In an organization that tends to take graduating prospects very slowly, the three unexpected faces are exciting for players and fans alike.

Sandin Pellikka made his NHL debut in Detroit's 5-1 loss to Montreal on Thursday.

While Detroit’s veterans have stolen the spotlight in back-to-back wins, rookies Emmitt Finnie, Axel Sandin-Pellikka, and Michael Brandsegg-Nygård are quietly proving they belong in the NHL with strong early performances.