https://octopusthrower.comhttps://octopusthrower.com/how-the-red-wings-can-set-marco-kasper-up-for-a-breakout-season-01m0t1bmem88?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01m0t1bmem88It's hard to imagine anyone will fill the first line center spot once the Detroit Red Wings trade Dylan Larkin. Maybe they'll platoon the position, swapping AndMon, 24 Aug 2026 14:51:14 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/3-very-early-2026-27-red-wings-hot-takes-01m0jm5f4pe1?utm_source=RSSZachary Trathen01m0jm5f4pe1The 2026-27 season is shaping up to be one of the most important years for the Detroit Red Wings. With questions surrounding the roster, plenty of young playersMon, 24 Aug 2026 13:00:04 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/moritz-seider-is-why-red-wings-fans-shouldn-t-worry-about-dylan-larkin-01m0p8n7k0s8?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01m0p8n7k0s8Detroit Red Wings fans can comfortably say "Dylan Larkin who?" given the presence of Moritz Seider.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 14:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/moritz-seider-offers-more-insight-on-dylan-larkin-in-next-leg-of-media-tour-01m0jpzcraxh?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01m0jpzcraxhThe Moritz Seider media tour continues as the Detroit Red Wings star defender continues interviews in preparation for the regular season. Yesterday's interview Sun, 23 Aug 2026 13:08:47 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/moritz-seider-breaks-silence-about-red-wings-yzerman-01m0jhpk5myx?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01m0jhpk5myxWith training camp just three weeks away, the Detroit Red Wings are slowly making themselves available to the media again. This time around, franchise defensemaSat, 22 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-fans-deservedly-put-steve-yzerman-on-blast-in-recent-front-office-rankings-poll-01m0jww9tpvb?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01m0jww9tpvbDetroit Red Wings fans gave Steve Yzerman bad grades in a recent poll for The Athletic, who ranked all 32 NHL front offices.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 20:59:20 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/more-names-emerge-in-red-wings-gm-search-01m0g3d6k7r9?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01m0g3d6k7r9Lost among the chaos of yesterday's news with the Detroit Red Wings was an update from Athletic reporter Max Bultman. Bultman, congratulating Winged Wheel PodcaFri, 21 Aug 2026 16:09:04 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/keegan-kolesar-is-a-bedrock-of-toughness-for-the-red-wings-01m0aj29zv10?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01m0aj29zv10When the Detroit Red Wings acquired Keegan Kolesar from the Vegas Golden Knights, they weren't looking for scoring depth. Nor were they on the hunt for a replacFri, 21 Aug 2026 12:00:03 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-flip-future-considerations-for-predators-prospect-01m0g9d2ajv1?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01m0g9d2ajv1It seems as if today is the day for Detroit Red Wings news. Between conflicting updates on the general manager search and chaos surrounding potential candidatesThu, 20 Aug 2026 19:27:39 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/another-insider-offers-contradicting-report-on-red-wings-gm-search-01m0g0j4hwf7?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01m0g0j4hwf7Chaos has ensued with the Detroit Red Wings to the point where no one report is consistent. One day, we'll hear that the Red Wings have no updates on the GM seaThu, 20 Aug 2026 16:53:25 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-insider-reveals-baffling-update-about-gm-search-01m0fygjmqha?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01m0fygjmqhaThe Detroit Red Wings, per Bob Duff of Detroit Hockey Now, haven't held a single interview for general manager yet. In an interview with NHL Network, Duff descrThu, 20 Aug 2026 16:16:53 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/this-could-explain-red-wings-stalled-gm-search-01m0add3qx09?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01m0add3qx09There could be an intriguing reason behind the long time it's taking the Detroit Red Wings to find their next general manager.Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:00:03 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/3-harsh-truths-red-wings-fans-need-to-accept-about-next-season-01m0aj2a40gg?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01m0aj2a40ggThe Detroit Red Wings have endured one of the most tumultuous seasons in recent NHL history. The captain of the team requested a trade. The team's long-time genThu, 20 Aug 2026 12:00:03 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/three-moves-detroit-s-new-gm-should-make-immediately-01m08kwt1zj0?utm_source=RSSChad Twaro01m08kwt1zj0Despite training camp being around the corner, there is time to declare what this season is for and make moves with an eye towards next season.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:10:37 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-red-wings-have-a-top-trade-asset-beyond-larkin-and-debrincat-01m084ssjfn3?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01m084ssjfn3Rumors regarding the Detroit Red Wings have become all but normal over the last week. Between baseless speculation on Dylan Larkin and trade proposals for Alex Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/only-time-will-tell-if-chris-ilitch-was-right-about-anthony-mantha-decision-01m0af3rzkxx?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01m0af3rzkxxThe Detroit Red Wings were reportedly ready to sign free agent forward Anthony Mantha, before team owner Chris Ilitch stepped in. It might be the right decision by Ilitch, but it could backfire if Mantha thrives in New Jersey.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:39:10 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-are-waiting-on-this-contract-before-signing-simon-edvinsson-01m084jtnhsc?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01m084jtnhscWhen it comes to contract extensions, agents will typically use similar players to justify salaries. With that said, however, the NHL's salary cap has exploded Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/emmitt-finnie-poised-for-breakout-season-with-red-wings-01m080chzrfc?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01m080chzrfcEveryone loves an underdog story. Perhaps no other player in the NHL last season had a better one than Emmitt Finnie. The former seventh round pick, selected 20Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/most-wild-fans-no-longer-believe-a-dylan-larkin-trade-is-realistic-01m080h6tb5d?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01m080h6tb5dDetroit Red Wings fans are waiting for some sort of clarity on Dylan Larkin. Meanwhile, Minnesota Wild fans aren't confident their team can land Larkin in a trade.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:20:34 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/5-prospects-that-could-make-red-wings-next-season-01m05hrrrfht?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01m05hrrrfhtIf the Detroit Red Wings decide to shift direction next season, they need to make sure the prospects get all the playing time they need. This means moving on frMon, 17 Aug 2026 12:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-have-a-blueprint-right-in-front-of-them-01m00aqsbm0s?utm_source=RSSZachary Trathen01m00aqsbm0sThe Detroit Red Wings still have yet to name their next general manager, but there is already a blueprint for how this franchise could approach its next chapterSun, 16 Aug 2026 14:52:20 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-owner-refused-to-sign-40-goal-scorer-steven-stamkos-01m030ps7286?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01m030ps7286The Detroit Red Wings had a shot at former Tampa Bay Lightning captain Steven Stamkos, according to Carlos Monarrez of the Detroit Free Press. Per Monarrez, ReSat, 15 Aug 2026 15:54:32 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/nate-danielson-entering-make-or-break-season-with-red-wings-01m00aspa9yv?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01m00aspa9yvIt goes without saying that, once the Detroit Red Wings trade Dylan Larkin, their center depth will leave much to be desired. The team has to all but run AndrewSat, 15 Aug 2026 13:00:04 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/4-mistakes-the-next-red-wings-gm-needs-to-avoid-01kzv2sth9wf?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kzv2sth9wfWhen the next general manager takes over the Detroit Red Wings, they'll have their work cut out for them. Between Dylan Larkin's trade request, Alex DeBrincat'Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:00:04 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/one-thing-holding-back-a-simon-edvinsson-extension-with-the-red-wings-01kzxsytm6mb?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kzxsytm6mbSome may look at the lack of momentum between the Detroit Red Wings and Simon Edvinsson as a concern. Others may see it as a matter of logistics. After all, theFri, 14 Aug 2026 12:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/dylan-larkin-trade-sweepstakes-appears-to-be-down-to-just-one-team-01kzy3zn1af6?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01kzy3zn1af6When it comes to Dylan Larkin's trade market, it appears that only the Minnesota Wild are a team interested in prying the center away from the Detroit Red Wings.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/alex-debrincat-could-show-captain-qualities-through-increased-on-ice-responsibilities-01kzxndz1gke?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01kzxndz1gkeIf the Detroit Red Wings remove the captaincy from Dylan Larkin, Alex DeBrincat does make sense, especially if he is key in the development of young rookie center Nate Danielson.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:43:42 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-gm-search-just-made-dylan-larkin-situation-even-more-complicated-01kzsxp73415?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kzsxp73415The Detroit Red Wings ongoing GM search could have exacerbated the issues emerging from the Dylan Larkin situation.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/hockeytown-is-back-on-the-ice-for-the-red-wings-01kzrhhjp4e1?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kzrhhjp4e1After the most tumultuous offseason in recent history, the Detroit Red Wings need all they can get to boost morale. Fortunately, a small, albeit symbolic gestuThu, 13 Aug 2026 13:00:04 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/this-detroit-red-wings-defenseman-is-primed-for-a-breakout-but-one-thing-has-to-happen-first?utm_source=RSSBrian Germinaro01kzw321d4t9If the Red Wings want to make the playoffs next season, they need guys to step up. Here is the most likely candidate. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:00:03 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/even-at-lucas-raymond-s-peak-this-detroit-red-wings-record-is-untouchable?utm_source=RSSMaya Smith01kzw3j5d4q6This 1988-89 season record will live on beyond this group of Red Wings players. Steve Yzerman's legacy exists for a reason.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-should-offer-easy-avenue-for-prospects-next-season-01kzrqk43j92?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kzrqk43j92Like the famous Robert Frost poem, the Detroit Red Wings have two roads diverged along a path they can take. On one hand, they can stay the course and attempt tWed, 12 Aug 2026 13:00:06 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/keegan-kolesar-is-much-higher-on-red-wings-future-than-fanbase-should-be-01kzry8jw8b6?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01kzry8jw8b6Detroit Red Wings offseason addition Keegan Kolesar believes the team has a bright future. Heading into the 2026-27 season, it's difficult for the Red Wings fanbase to feel confident, especially with so much uncertainty surrounding the team.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:56:29 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/more-details-emerge-with-red-wings-gm-search-01kzrfcbaqy1?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kzrfcbaqy1At long, long last, we're receiving updates on the general manager search for the Detroit Red Wings. Last week, it was revealed that Ilitch Sports and EntertainTue, 11 Aug 2026 13:50:54 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/amadeus-lombardi-wouldn-t-have-made-the-red-wings-roster-01kw0e9qmtpb?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kw0e9qmtpbThe Detroit Red Wings traded a center this off, but it isn't the center you'd expect. Before the draft, the Red Wings traded former fourth round pick Amadeus LoTue, 11 Aug 2026 13:14:34 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-seider-named-best-defensive-defenseman-in-nhl-01kzedd4n81f?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kzedd4n81fSaying that Detroit Red Wings defenseman Moritz Seider is good at his job is like saying the sky is blue. It's abundantly obvious to anyone that's watched SeideTue, 11 Aug 2026 12:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-larkin-relationship-too-fractured-to-rebuild-01kznxvy00bg?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kznxvy00bgThe longer the Dylan Larkin trade request takes for the Detroit Red Wings to honor, the more speculation continues. This time around, Helene St. James of the DeMon, 10 Aug 2026 14:30:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/dylan-larkin-called-overrated-as-pundit-explains-trade-request-01kzmrez2da7?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kzmrez2da7Dylan Larkin's trade request gets a refreshing take as Detroit Red Wings fans remain upset about the entire ordeal.Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:00:14 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/relinquishing-the-captaincy-could-help-dylan-larkin-s-career-01kze3stb113?utm_source=RSSZachary Trathen01kze3stb113On June 4, 2026, news broke that Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin had requested a trade. Just over a month later, on July 15, 2026, Steve Yzerman stepped Sun, 09 Aug 2026 15:42:24 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-will-make-a-shocking-mid-season-trade-that-doesnt-involve-dylan-larkin?utm_source=RSSMichael DeRosa01kzh0hafbtbBetween the Steve Yzerman demotion and Dylan Larkin trade request, the Detroit Red Wings have dominated the headlines this offseason, but they could shock the NHL landscape with a midseason move. Sun, 09 Aug 2026 01:26:08 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-need-to-weaponize-cap-space-moving-forward-01kzecvrshss?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kzecvrshssWe have to be realistic about the Detroit Red Wings next season: they're not going to be particularly good. The entire Atlantic Division added huge pieces this Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/why-the-red-wings-should-avoid-elias-pettersson-01kze5477sk9?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kze5477sk9On the surface, Elias Pettersson seems like an ideal candidate for the Detroit Red Wings. Pettersson is a Swedish center who scored over 100 points just a few sSat, 08 Aug 2026 12:00:06 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/top-nhl-insider-offers-update-on-red-wings-gm-search-01kzedv3nb0v?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kzedv3nb0vWhen Helene St. James of the Detroit Free Press announced that the Detroit Red Wings are hiring an outside firm to search for their next general manager, questiFri, 07 Aug 2026 15:50:27 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-silence-in-gm-search-says-more-than-thousands-of-rumors-could-01kz7jq6w6mx?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kz7jq6w6mxThe silence surrounding the Detroit Red Wings GM search says much more than a noisy process could regarding the team's options.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:00:03 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/2-red-wings-stars-added-to-nhl-trade-board-list-01kzcdpzesjz?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kzcdpzesjzThe NHL's offseason is a time of speculation. With little in terms of news coming in, it's a time for insiders and would-be insiders to throw out their theoriesFri, 07 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/4-red-wings-that-shouldn-t-wear-the-winged-wheel-by-the-end-of-2026-27-01kz992s1s5w?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kz992s1s5wIt should be obvious to everyone that the Detroit Red Wings are due for change. A decade removed from the playoffs and seven years of disappointment under the SFri, 07 Aug 2026 12:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-time-the-red-wings-almost-signed-two-2010s-stars-01kz96m77ke5?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kz96m77ke5There was once a time where the Detroit Red Wings were a top destination for every top free agent in the league. Of course, that time was a while ago - nearly fThu, 06 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-red-wings-need-to-target-this-u-of-m-center-in-trade-talks-01kz6nbs3bbb?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kz6nbs3bbbFinding a top center in today's NHL is one of the toughest tasks a general manager can undertake. The next manager of the Detroit Red Wings not only has to tradThu, 06 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-next-gm-must-avoid-this-route-if-dylan-larkin-still-wants-trade-out-of-detroit?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01kz91y350z8If Dylan Larkin still wants to be traded this offseason, it may be in the new Detroit Red Wings general manager's best interest to receive a future-focused return for the captain.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:48:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-giving-interim-general-manager-his-audition-01kyshd9f27m?utm_source=RSSZachary Trathen01kyshd9f27mThe Detroit Red Wings continue their search for a new general manager, but recent reporting from Helene St. James of the Detroit Free Press suggests the organizWed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/insider-reports-red-wings-taking-outside-approach-to-gm-search-01kz90fr3tyv?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kz90fr3tyvAfter what felt like an eternity of silence, we finally have some news on the Detroit Red Wings general manager serach. According to Helene St. James of the DetWed, 05 Aug 2026 13:44:04 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/what-the-red-wings-can-expect-from-keegan-kolesar-01kz6m1m36cb?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kz6m1m36cbThe Detroit Red Wings have needed a change for quite some time now. While it's been a widely known thing in the organization for a while, nobody expected the sWed, 05 Aug 2026 13:00:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/what-the-red-wings-can-expect-from-daniil-tarasov-01kz6evpf2ja?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kz6evpf2jaThe Detroit Red Wings approached this offseason with a new mindset, first signing Viktor Arvidsson to a two-year deal, then following it up quickly by signing DWed, 05 Aug 2026 12:00:05 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/what-the-red-wings-can-expect-from-viktor-arvidsson-01kz4am7cc7x?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kz4am7cc7xIt might have come a little late, but, at long last, the Detroit Red Wings made hay out of free agency. Rather than sign overperforming veterans to long-term deTue, 04 Aug 2026 12:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/dylan-larkin-isn-t-the-only-player-whose-future-in-detroit-hinges-on-new-gm-hire-01kz4fmz78n2?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01kz4fmz78n2The Detroit Red Wings' next general manager will not only have to figure out what to do with Dylan Larkin, but also to convince Alex DeBrincat to stay beyond the upcoming season.Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:00:06 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-forward-named-top-20-winger-in-the-nhl-01kz3sfbrw6y?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kz3sfbrw6yEvery offseason, the NHL releases its top-20 list. From wingers to centers to defenders and goaltenders, the members of NHL's internal media outlet rank who theMon, 03 Aug 2026 12:43:36 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/4-things-red-wings-fans-can-be-optimistic-about-next-season-01kz1at89dxz?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kz1at89dxzWe're deep into the offseason, and, at this point, little has changed on the Detroit Red Wings front. The team still doesn't have a general manager. Simon EdvinSun, 02 Aug 2026 13:45:40 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-red-wings-need-to-get-their-swagger-back-01kpv279g9re?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kpv279g9reThe Detroit Red Wings used to be the most fearsome team in the NHL. They'd run four lines of dominant offense, shutdown defense and pulverizing special teams, bSat, 01 Aug 2026 13:58:04 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-have-an-interesting-goaltending-situation-next-season-01kyv17njjm6?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kyv17njjm6They say that too much of a good thing can often be bad. In the case of NHL goaltenders, though, it cuts both ways. The Detroit Red Wings quickly realized this Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-next-gm-needs-to-take-swings-01kyshemscgt?utm_source=RSSZachary Trathen01kyshemscgtSteve Yzerman preached patience throughout Detroit's rebuild, but patience without conviction eventually became the organization's biggest problem. For years, tFri, 31 Jul 2026 18:30:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-should-consider-making-history-with-next-gm-01kyk8rr15x3?utm_source=RSSChad Twaro01kyk8rr15x3Stathlete’s Co-Founder and CEO Meghan Chayka is the hire Detroit needs to embrace the modern NHL.Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:30:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-remain-early-in-gm-search-as-dylan-larkin-saga-drags-on-01kytbtd562q?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01kytbtd562qDetroit Red Wings fans hoping for a resolution to the Dylan Larkin trade uncertainty. But that could be delayed further as their general manger search is nowhere near close to being finished, according to a recent report.Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:34:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/this-former-red-wings-player-being-ruled-out-as-steve-yzerman-s-replacement-is-welcome-news-for-fans-01kyt4rddq4a?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01kyt4rddq4aThe Detroit Red Wings are in search of Steve Yzerman's replacement, but former franchise goalie Jim Rutherford is reportedly not involved in the search.Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:00:05 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-eyeing-youth-movement-01kxjw4j6dka?utm_source=RSSZachary Trathen01kxjw4j6dka The Detroit Red Wings are entering a pivotal offseason, and the direction of the franchise is becoming harder to ignore. With veteran players aging out of key Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:30:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-red-wings-need-to-trust-their-prospects-more-next-season-01kprgpyph6w?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kprgpyph6wWith the way things have gone this offseason, there's really only one direction the Detroit Red Wings should take. It isn't a popular one. Nor is it a particulaFri, 31 Jul 2026 13:00:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/why-the-red-wings-won-t-trade-dylan-larkin-right-away-01kyhtvxz7bh?utm_source=RSSZachary Trathen01kyhtvxz7bhIt's been weeks since NHL insider Elliotte Friedman reported that Dylan Larkin had submitted a three-team trade request, yet there has been little to no meaningFri, 31 Jul 2026 12:30:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-need-to-take-analytical-approach-with-next-gm-01kyqrzmey3h?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kyqrzmey3hThe Detroit Red Wings, despite this point in the offseason, have no shortage of potential candidates for their next general manager. Apart from obvious names liFri, 31 Jul 2026 12:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-earn-solid-grade-for-contract-efficiency-01kyq9yqyy16?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kyq9yqyy16This week, The Athletic released its 2026-27 NHL contract efficiency list. Every year, author and analyst Dom Luszczyszyn uses his advanced analytics model to gThu, 30 Jul 2026 14:00:03 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/why-the-red-wings-play-don-t-stop-believin-when-they-win-01kyq9ph7dxq?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kyq9ph7dxqChances are, if you ever say "just a city boy", a Detroit Red Wings fan will respond with "born and raised in south Detroit!". The Journey hit song is known forThu, 30 Jul 2026 13:00:07 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-first-3-moves-the-next-red-wings-gm-needs-to-make-01kxp2z6zzan?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kxp2z6zzanThere's no shortage of work to be done with the Detroit Red Wings, but some steps are more important than others. It goes without saying that the new general maWed, 29 Jul 2026 16:30:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-mired-in-middle-until-direction-is-decided-01kyq17ghk91?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kyq17ghk91The Detroit Red Wings are at a key juncture in their direction. But until they figure out what they want to do, they're in one of the worst situations in the NHWed, 29 Jul 2026 15:20:12 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/these-are-the-worst-moves-of-steve-yzerman-s-time-with-the-red-wings-01kyhtaqzmrb?utm_source=RSSChad Twaro01kyhtaqzmrbEverything to do with Sebastian Cossa, giving away Jake Walman and a lack of aggression on the trade market were ultimately Yzerman’s undoing as GM.Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:00:05 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-defenseman-named-one-of-the-best-contracts-in-the-nhl-01ky5dvk1cz4?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01ky5dvk1cz4Every year, The Athletic releases its ten best and worst contracts in the NHL. In the past, names like Detroit Red WIngs defenseman Ben Chiarot or forward JustiTue, 28 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-3-general-manager-candidates-the-red-wings-need-to-avoid-at-all-costs-01kym86cmm1z?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kym86cmm1zThe Detroit Red Wings have a lot of ground to cover before puck drop. Between Dylan Larkin's trade request and Simon Edvinsson's pending contract, there's no sTue, 28 Jul 2026 13:00:05 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-receive-good-news-on-the-alex-debrincat-front-01kym7agv4pa?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kym7agv4paThis has been one of the toughest Detroit Red Wings offseasons in recent memory. It goes without saying that the next general manager has a lot of work to do bTue, 28 Jul 2026 12:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-man-known-as-the-perfect-human-could-end-up-being-the-red-wings-perfect-gm?utm_source=RSSEvan Hale01ky2yprc8nmNicklas Lidstrom might be just what the Red Wings need to get back to success.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/insider-reveals-red-wings-nearly-signed-top-free-agent-01kyhyavrps3?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kyhyavrps3The Detroit Red Wings, according to Ansar Khan of MLive, were on the finishing line with bringing back an old friend. In a recent article, Khan revealed that thMon, 27 Jul 2026 15:43:38 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/why-the-red-wings-should-enter-another-rebuild-01ky7k8p402e?utm_source=RSSZachary Trathen01ky7k8p402eThe Detroit Red Wings are entering one of the most uncertain periods the franchise has faced in years. With Dylan Larkin reportedly wanting out, Steve Yzerman Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:40:52 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/a-warning-for-detroit-red-wings-fans-on-tom-fitzgerald-from-a-new-jersey-devils-fan?utm_source=RSSNick Villano01kydwct177dTom Fitzgerald took over as New Jersey Devils GM in 2020. and there were definitely some good times. However, his second chance can't be for a team in a position like the Detroit Red Wings.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 01:53:52 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/alex-debrincat-is-the-type-of-player-the-red-wings-should-embrace-and-build-around?utm_source=RSSBrian Germinaro01kyb94jwmx3With Dylan Larkin future in doubt, the Red Wings should look to Alex DeBrincat to be the next face of the franchiseSun, 26 Jul 2026 00:10:23 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/why-moritz-seider-should-be-the-next-red-wings-captain-01ky047f3x3n?utm_source=RSSZachary Trathen01ky047f3x3nWhen Dylan Larkin requested a trade, the conversation around the Detroit Red Wings immediately shifted toward one question: who should wear the "C" next? AccorSat, 25 Jul 2026 14:00:04 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/detroit-s-move-from-the-western-conference-ruined-its-rivalries-for-good?utm_source=RSSMaya Smith01kyabjk7qnbThe days of Fight Night at the Joe are long goneSat, 25 Jul 2026 13:35:11 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/why-the-original-six-moniker-doesn-t-matter-much-in-today-s-nhl-01ky0031hdv9?utm_source=RSSZachary Trathen01ky0031hdv9For decades, being an Original Six franchise carried a level of prestige unlike anything else in professional sports. The Detroit Red Wings, Boston Bruins, ToroFri, 24 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/dylan-larkin-overplayed-his-hand-with-the-red-wings-01ky5aa8ns2c?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01ky5aa8ns2cThe Dylan Larkin fiasco with the Detroit Red Wings has nearly hit its breaking point. Between Steve Yzerman's resignation and Helene St. James confirming the frFri, 24 Jul 2026 13:00:07 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-red-wings-are-better-off-long-term-without-patrick-kane-01ky7rbaz4jc?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01ky7rbaz4jcWhen news that Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane planned to return to the Chicago Blackhawks hit, reactions were mixed. Some were distraught to see a top-sThu, 23 Jul 2026 18:28:33 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/patrick-kane-s-time-with-the-red-wings-has-come-to-an-end-01ky7gq8szxc?utm_source=RSSZachary Trathen01ky7gq8szxcPatrick Kane's return to the Chicago Blackhawks always felt like a possibility, but now it's official. NHL insider Elliotte Friedman reported that the future HThu, 23 Jul 2026 15:30:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/keeping-larkin-as-captain-is-biggest-mistake-red-wings-could-make-01ky3v0njkx2?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01ky3v0njkx2The Detroit Red Wings would make a massive mistake by bringing back Dylan Larkin... as team captain next season.Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/nhl-reporter-confidently-muses-that-red-wings-coach-is-on-the-hot-seat-01ky2rvteps2?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01ky2rvteps2Reporting at a national level with the NHL is a tough job. You have to have a fundamental understanding of all 32 teams, where they're at, and what they plan onThu, 23 Jul 2026 13:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-reporter-doesn-t-think-dylan-larkin-can-walk-back-trade-request-01kxrjh7a0qy?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01kxrjh7a0qyThe Dylan Larkin trade saga just got more difficult after Steve Yzerman stepped down as Detroit Red Wings general manager. Even so, team reporter Helene St. James doesn't believe Larkin can walk back his trade request.Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:00:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/it-sure-sounds-like-a-hated-red-wings-rival-wants-to-steal-away-patrick-kane-01ky5hdntnbp?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01ky5hdntnbpThe Detroit Red Wings let Patrick Kane hit free agency, and the rival Chicago Blackhawks sound completely on board to reunite with him.Wed, 22 Jul 2026 20:27:49 +0000en