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| Plus: Speedy forward plays a north-south game... Plays larger than his size... Forecker creates turnovers and has the skill to capitalize on them...
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| Minus: Not very big... Offense may not translate to pro game... |
| Organizational Comments: Red Wings Asst GM - Ryan Martin |
What GRC says: Fall 2026
2025-26 For much of the year, Shine looked like he was living a dream season. He set new career highs offensively and earned an extended stay in the NHL, validating years of hard work and steady improvement. In the first half, he nearly matched his career best goal total and was one of the Griffins' most impactful forwards. He opened the second half strong and earned another recall to Detroit, but upon returning to Grand Rapids, he wasn't the same player. Shine looked exhausted, lacking the jump and intensity that define his game. That fatigue carried into the postseason, where he managed just one assist in eight games, far below his usual standard. Shine will return next season after signing a two year extension, giving the Griffins a trusted veteran presence who can still contribute in multiple roles when fresh.
2019-20 Shine is a kamikaze on the ice, skating at full speed up and down the ice and banging in to opposing players. He steals pucks and is an effective forechecker with the speed and hands to create scoring chances from nothing. What he lacks is finish, as so many of those incredible chances just fall short as he hits the netminder or misses the net. He fills his roll well as he grinds it out every shift giving 110% effort and won't back down from anyone despite his smaller stature.
2018-19 A buzz saw on skates, Shine does everything at full speed, flying around the ice hitting anything in an opposing sweater. Capable of playing anywhere in the lineup and nearly any role, Shine was a staple on the penalty kill and also played much bigger than his size. He has soft hands and is capable of much more offense than he generated in the second half, which was the one area of concern. An unrestricted free agent, Shine remains a responsible role player and could return for another season in GR.
2017-18 A part time player in the first half, Shine used his hustle and speed to force his way into the lineup on a full time basis. He gave the Griffins a little bit of everything and a lot of hard work in his first AHL season, even dropping the gloves when necessary. Like Colin Campbell he seemed to have a knack for creating turnovers and using his speed to turn them into scoring chances, though his ability to convert could still use some work. A great skater, his game is based on acceleration, finding openings and moving the puck up ice. If he returns to the Griffins he would look like a safe bet to improve on his numbers.
Fall 2017 Shine is a speedy smaller forward with great offensive instincts. He was very impressive in a late season audition last year and looked good again in the prospects tournament before dropping a bit during main camp. The hard working winger is capable of making plays at high speed and can take advantage of open ice to burn defenders. If he can get some ice time, he could put up some big numbers offensively and work his way into the top six.
Sping 2016 Stepped into the lineup at the end of his college season and did not miss a beat. Looked like a regular notching 3 assists in 8 games and showing off speed and a nose for the net. Played well enough at both ends of the ice to earn more ice time. Shine was a black ace for the postseason should earn a prominent spot next season, his first as a pro.
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| Role: Two-way Winger |
| Projection: NHL 4th Liner |
| Transactions |
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| 3/14/17 | Signed 1 yr contract with Grand Rapids (AHL) (2017-18) |
| 3/14/17 | Signed to ATO by Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 4/10/17 | Released from ATO |
| 4/15/17 | Signed to ATO by Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 5/28/17 | Released from ATO |
| 9/25/17 | Released from Detroit (NHL) Training Camp |
| 9/30/17 | Recalled by Detroit (NHL) |
| 10/1/17 | Released from Detroit (NHL) Training Camp |
| 4/30/18 | UFA - Re-signed with Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 6/18/18 | Signed 1 yr contract with Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 9/27/18 | Released from Red Wings Training Camp |
| 6/29/19 | Signed 1-yr contract with Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 9/28/19 | Assigned by Detroit (NHL) |
| 4/18/20 | Signed 1-yr contract with Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 7/1/21 | GR - UFA - Re-Signed 7/15/21 |
| 7/15/21 | Signed 1-yr contract with Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 10/6/21 | Released from Detroit Camp Tryout - To GR |
| 3/29/22 | Suspended 1 gm by AHL |
| 5/26/22 | Signed 2-yr contract with Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 9/14/22 | Invited to Detroit Trainig Camp |
| 10/9/22 | Released from camp by Detroit (NHL) - to Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 10/6/23 | Released from Camp Tryout by Detroit (NHL) |
| 12/28/23 | Signed 1 yr contract extension with Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 9/14/24 | Invited to Detroit (NHL) Training Camp |
| 10/5/24 | Released to Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 1/27/25 | Signed 2 yr contract with Detroit (NHL) |
| 1/27/25 | Released from AHL Contract by Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 2/5/25 | Assigned to Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 3/7/25 | Recalled by Detroit (NHL) |
| 4/4/25 | Assigned to Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 9/18/25 | Invited to Training Camp |
| 10/2/25 | Assigned to Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 1/10/26 | Signed 2 yr contract extension with Detroit (NHL) |
| 2/19/26 | Assigned to Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 2/19/26 | Recalled by Detroit (NHL) |
| 2/23/26 | Recalled by Detroit (NHL) |
| 2/24/26 | Assigned to Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 2/28/26 | Recalled by Detroit (NHL) |
| 3/6/26 | Recalled by Detroit (NHL) |
| 3/6/26 | Assigned to Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 4/16/26 | Assigned to Grand Rapids (AHL) |
