Frequently asked questions

Who is Mason Appleton?

Mason Appleton plays center currently plays for Detroit Red Wings in the National Hockey League.

What position does Mason Appleton play?

Mason Appleton is listed at Center. Forwards take the faceoffs, drive the play, and score goals. Centers are the primary offensive pivots in most systems. A center in ice hockey typically plays the middle of the ice at even strength and takes the most faceoffs in the game. Centers are usually the most playmaking-oriented forwards on their line and are responsible for both offensive and defensive zone responsibility. The position demands strong skating, vision, and hockey IQ, and most NHL-era centers develop into two-way, faceoff-winning players. Notable center archetypes include the playmaker, the power forward, and the two-way shutdown center.

What are Mason Appleton's physical attributes?

Mason Appleton is 188 cm tall, 88 kg, shoots right, #22. Physical attributes like height and weight are tracked because they help scouts and analysts project a player's role in the lineup — taller forwards may be more effective on the power play, shorter centers can excel on the forecheck, and so on.

How old is Mason Appleton?

Mason Appleton was born in 1996, which makes they 30 years old as of this season. For NHL and pro players, age is a meaningful predictor of peak performance — most forwards peak between ages 24 and 28, while defensemen typically peak slightly later.

Which team does Mason Appleton play for?

Mason Appleton plays for Detroit Red Wings in the National Hockey League (USA/Canada). Team assignments are updated as trades, call-ups, and free-agent signings happen — see the team page on RinkStop for the full Detroit Red Wings roster and current standings.

What nationality is Mason Appleton?

Mason Appleton's listed nationality is USA. For players on national-team development paths, nationality eligibility can be a complex question (governed by IIHF rules), but the RinkStop database records the nationality reported by the player's league.

How can I follow Mason Appleton's games and stats?

The most direct way to follow Mason Appleton's games and stats is via Detroit Red Wings's official site, the National Hockey League schedule, and live game broadcasts. RinkStop also surfaces highlights and updates when the league publishes them — see the "Latest Highlights" section on this page.

How current is the data on this page?

Player data on RinkStop is updated as teams, leagues, and IIHF feeds publish rosters, trades, and stats. The "Last updated" line on this page shows when our record for Mason Appleton was last refreshed. If you spot an error, please submit a correction.