Amadeus Lombardi Sparks Griffins' Win Over Wolves

Lombardi's goal and two assists help Grand Rapids end three-game losing streak.

Feb. 1, 2026 at 8:15am

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Amadeus Lombardi, a top prospect for the Detroit Red Wings, scored a goal and added two assists to lead the Grand Rapids Griffins to a 5-2 victory over the Chicago Wolves. The win snapped the Griffins' three-game losing streak. Lombardi has four points in his last two games after a four-game pointless slump, showing he has shaken off the rust from an eight-week injury layoff.

Why it matters

Lombardi is a highly touted Red Wings prospect, so his performance is closely watched by the organization and fans. The Griffins' win also helps them maintain their position in the standings as they push for a playoff spot in the AHL.

The details

Lombardi's goal and two assists sparked the Griffins' offense, with Alex Doucet and Dominik Shine also scoring for Grand Rapids. Prospect Michal Postava picked up the win in net, improving his record to 8-2 with a 1.63 goals-against average and .940 save percentage.

  • Lombardi had been sidelined for almost eight weeks with an injury prior to his recent two-game scoring surge.
  • The Griffins had been on a three-game losing streak before Saturday's win.

The players

Amadeus Lombardi

A top 10 prospect in the Detroit Red Wings organization, Lombardi has 24 goals and 60 points in his last 66 games with the Grand Rapids Griffins.

Michal Postava

The Griffins' goaltender, who is 8-2 this season with a 1.63 goals-against average and .940 save percentage.

Alex Doucet

A Griffins forward who scored a goal in the win over the Wolves.

Dominik Shine

A Griffins forward who also scored a goal in the victory.

Eduards Tralmaks

A Griffins forward who recorded an assist in the game.

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What they’re saying

“Whatever rust Amadeus Lombardi accumulated while sidelined almost eight weeks with an injury has dissipated over the past two Grand Rapids Griffins games.”

— Kevin Allen, Author (detroithockeynow.com)

What’s next

The Griffins will look to build on this win and continue their push for a playoff spot in the AHL standings.

The takeaway

Amadeus Lombardi's return to form is a positive sign for the Detroit Red Wings organization, as the talented prospect has shaken off an injury and is now contributing offensively to help the Griffins end their losing streak.