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3 standout Red Wings prospects from yesterday's game

Jake Rivard — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:30:15 +0000

Though the elephant in the room hasn't been addressed, it's great to see the Detroit Red Wings take to the ice again. This offseason has been what some might ca

The Red Wings can't afford this lack of communication

Jake Rivard — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:39:07 +0000

In four days, the Detroit Red Wings will take to the ice for their first day of training camp. They still do not have a general manager. Bafflingly, the Red Win

Hockeytown should have more places to play hockey

Zachary Trathen — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:00:03 +0000

For a region that proudly calls itself Hockeytown, Southeast Michigan has a strange problem: it can be surprisingly difficult to find a good place to simply go

Alex DeBrincat emerging as a consistent 40 goal scorer is imperative for Red Wings

Brian Germinaro — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0000

The rebuild has been stuck in neutral the past few seasons. Alex DeBrincat becoming a consistent 40 goal scorer could help give the team the jump it needs.

Red Wings have another major contract problem nobody is talking about

Nestor Quixtan — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:00:03 +0000

The Detroit Red Wings have a contract problem bubbling beneath the surface, and it's not Simon Edvinsson.

The pros and cons of bringing Chris Kreider to the Red Wings

Jake Rivard — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:00:01 +0000

At least one hockey team has major news this week. The Anaheim Ducks and Chris Kreider announced that they are mutually parting ways, with Kreider clearing waiv

Red Wings strip Dylan Larkin of captaincy in statement

Jake Rivard — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:23:03 +0000

At long, long last, the Detroit Red Wings - and Dylan Larkin - have released a statement.

Statements f

The hill the next Red Wings GM has to climb before he even sits down

Greg Montique — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:00:02 +0000

The next Red Wings GM inherits Larkin, Edvinsson and DeBrincat all unresolved on day one. And the hill is only getting steeper.

The Red Wings need to release a statement

Jake Rivard — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:30:00 +0000

The NHL offseason began nearly four months ago on June 15. Since then, fans of the Detroit Red Wings have seen their captain request a trade, their general mana

Elliotte Friedman offers frustrating Red Wings GM update

Jake Rivard — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:34:05 +0000

It's been two and a half months since Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman stepped down from his position. Since then, the Red Wings have hired an ou

Dylan Larkin has no one to blame but himself for trade request backfiring

Nestor Quixtan — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:30:00 +0000

As awful as it may sound, Dylan Larkin has no one but himself for his trade request backfiring on him and the team.

Alex DeBrincat shares his thoughts on the Larkin situation

Jake Rivard — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Where some may shy away from the chaos that is the Detroit Red Wings, Alex DeBrincat embraces it. In an interview with NHL.com, DeBrincat discusses the state of

Red Wings nearing decision for GM

Zachary Trathen — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:30:00 +0000

The Detroit Red Wings' search for a new general manager took another unexpected turn this week, but it may not be the setback some fans initially feared. Accord

Report: Red Wings GM search narrows with Shawn Horcoff no longer under consideration

Jake Rivard — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:20:48 +0000

The Detroit Red Wings are inching ever closer toward finally signing a general manager. Earlier this week, reports confirmed that Detroit Tigers general manager

Red Wings made the right call on Quinn Hughes

Jake Rivard — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:00:01 +0000

The Detroit Red Wings had a shot at Quinn Hughes last season. Unfortunately, things fell through when then-general manager Steve Yzerman refused to include Simo

Simon Edvinsson provides a breath of fresh air for Red Wings fans

Jake Rivard — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000

If it isn't one thing for the Detroit Red Wings, it's another. First came the Dylan Larkin request, followed shortly after by Steve Yzerman's resignation. From

Trey Augustine poised for massive year

Jake Rivard — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Perhaps no other Detroit Red Wings prospect has as high a potential as Trey Augustine. Taken in the second round of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, Augustine has been

Tigers GM out on Red Wings GM role

Jake Rivard — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 19:53:11 +0000

As the Detroit Red Wings slowly inch towards finding their next general manager, more and more names drop from consideration. First came current assistant gener

5 Red Wings that shouldn't be on the roster after this season

Jake Rivard — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 14:00:01 +0000

If this offseason is any indication, change is inevitable for the Detroit Red Wings. The general manager stepped down. The captain of the team wants out and has

Red Wings prospect Carter Bear wants to force his way into Opening Night roster

Nestor Quixtan — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 13:11:23 +0000

Carter Bear will be firing on all cylinders as he looks to elbow his way into the Detroit Red Wings' Opening Night lineup.

Red Wings running out of time to properly extend DeBrincat and Edvinsson

Jake Rivard — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 12:00:03 +0000

The Detroit Red Wings are running out of time. Labor Day is just around the corner and the team still doesn't have a GM. The proverbial chickens are slowly comi

Red Wings prospect honored as captain of UMD

Jake Rivard — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0000

It might not be the captaincy news Detroit Red Wings fans expect, but it's captaincy news nonetheless. 2024 second round pick and Hobey Baker Award winner Max P

Red Wings need to rally behind something this season

Jake Rivard — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000

The Detroit Red Wings are missing a lot. They lack center depth, they don't have a whole lot going on in the bottom-six, the middle defensive pairing leaves a l

Red Wings GM search suddenly looks murkier than ever

Nestor Quixtan — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 20:42:53 +0000

The Detroit Red Wings GM search hardly looks like a sure thing, especially after the latest update from a notable insider.

Marco Kasper needs to stop the ghosting act this season

Chad Twaro — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:00:01 +0000

The third-year pivot has to show the growth he displayed in the second half of his rookie season wasn’t a fluke.

The most exciting names to watch at Red Wings training camp

Jake Rivard — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:47:01 +0000

For better or worse, the Detroit Red Wings are playing hockey this month. In just a little over a week, the prospect tournament is set to start. Rather than pla

Where the Red Wings are at with their GM search

Jake Rivard — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:26:24 +0000

Almost two months ago, the Detroit Red Wings dropped a bomb: after seven years, former captain Steve Yzerman announced he was stepping down from his role as gen

Red Wings threaten to play hockey

Jake Rivard — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:30:00 +0000

Despite their best efforts, the Detroit Red Wings will play hockey this month. Here's what to expect:

NHL scout believes Moritz Seider will take another big step next season

Jake Rivard — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:29:38 +0000

This has been the Summer of Moritz Seider. Between heaps of praise from general managers and scouts to plenty of media appearances, it feels as if something is

The Red Wings need answers before training camp

Zachary Trathen — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:00:38 +0000

The Detroit Red Wings are running out of time. Training camp is scheduled to begin on September 17, and yet the organization still does not have a new general m

National hockey media misses the mark with Dylan Larkin

Jake Rivard — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:50:04 +0000

There's no way to say this without sounding blunt: the national media doesn't get the Detroit Red Wings. To be fair, it's hard to understand unless you're withi

3 Red Wings in a tight spot for next season

Devin Little — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 13:50:42 +0000

These three players are in precarious positions as training camp approaches. Will they make the opening night lineup, or are they on the outside looking in?

It's finally time for this Red Wings forward to break out

Jake Rivard — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Perhaps no other player on the Detroit Red Wings has had a harder time breaking through than forward Carter Mazur. When the former third round pick made his deb

One Red Wings prospect should be on everyone's radar during camp

Jake Rivard — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0000

The Detroit Red Wings have plenty of prospects to get excited about, but one name in particular has gone somewhat under the radar: former first round pick Carte

Multiple Red Wings prospects earn top prospect honors

Jake Rivard — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:00:01 +0000

Over the last several years, the Detroit Red Wings have been known for two things: great prospects and collapsing in March. One is, of course, far more aggravat

Why Red Wings fans shouldn’t worry about Seider and Raymond

Zachary Trathen — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:00:01 +0000

Dylan Larkin requesting a trade has understandably sent some Red Wings fans into panic mode. If Detroit’s captain wants out at 29 after spending his entire care

This Red Wings prospect is a project worth investing in

Jake Rivard — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Prospects in the NHL are unpredictable. Some first overall picks turn out to be busts, while late seventh round picks surprise the whole league. The Detroit Red

A dark horse candidate has emerged for the Red Wings

Jake Rivard — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:45:19 +0000

Sooner or later, the Detroit Red Wings are going to have to contend with a world without Dylan Larkin. Whether the disgruntled captain expands his trade list or

Connor Hellebuyck Is showing Dylan Larkin how to handle a trade request

Zachary Trathen — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:02:11 +0000

The NHL has seen its fair share of trade requests this offseason, but few have been as interesting as the situations involving Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor H

Why the Red Wings can't afford to be passive this season

Jake Rivard — Sat, 29 Aug 2026 12:00:01 +0000

In the NHL, it typically takes a bit of time before a new general manager starts making major moves. The old adage "I just got here!" is typically thrown around

The most important thing the next Red Wings GM has to do

Jake Rivard — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:37:07 +0000

The Detroit Red Wings are in the throes of the interview process, hiring an outside firm to conduct interviews on their next general manager. A few names, inclu

Dylan Larkin should be embarrassed

Katy Glaza — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:00:04 +0000

With all the crazy breakups in the world, Dylan Larkin breaking free from the Detroit Red Wings has been a train wreck for everyone involved.

The odd man out with the Red Wings

Jake Rivard — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:00:03 +0000

The Detroit Red Wings have all but figured out their opening night lineup. With the departure of Patrick Kane, the looming trade request of Dylan Larkin and the

It's time for Dylan Larkin to expand his trade list

Jake Rivard — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:25:51 +0000

We're very nearly into September and, to the shock of no one, the Detroit Red Wings and Dylan Larkin haven't made any progress on the latter's trade request. To

It's Red Wings or bust for William Wallinder

Jake Rivard — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000

There comes a time in every prospect's career where they need to put up or shut up. The Detroit Red Wings have several prospects that fit that bill, from 23-yea

Simon Edvinsson isn't going anywhere

Jake Rivard — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:40:17 +0000

We're at the point of the NHL offseason where media pundits have started speculating. With little to no news trickling in, writers and fans alike begin theorizi

Red Wings should retire Datsyuk and Zetterberg to the rafters next

Zachary Trathen — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:00:02 +0000

The Detroit Red Wings have one of the most prestigious histories in the NHL, and with that comes a difficult question: which players deserve to have their numbe

Elliotte Friedman shares updates on Red Wings GM search

Jake Rivard — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:30:00 +0000

The more we hear about the Detroit Red Wings and their search for a new GM, the clearer the picture becomes. Yesterday, insider Sean Shapiro shared an update re

The Red Wings owe fans an apology

Devin Little — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:30:00 +0000

With just a few weeks left in the most chaotic offseason fans of the Detroit Red Wings have endured in a generation, team ownership and management owe an apology to their paying customers.

Insider confirms multiple candidates in Red Wings GM search

Jake Rivard — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:28:09 +0000

After a chaotic back and forth between insiders last week, insider Sean Shapiro confirmed that the Detroit Red Wings have interviewed multiple general manager c

How the Red Wings can set Marco Kasper up for a breakout season

Jake Rivard — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:51:14 +0000

It'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 And

3 very early 2026-27 Red Wings hot takes

Zachary Trathen — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:00:04 +0000

The 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 players

Moritz Seider is why Red Wings fans shouldn't worry about Dylan Larkin

Nestor Quixtan — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 14:00:01 +0000

Detroit Red Wings fans can comfortably say "Dylan Larkin who?" given the presence of Moritz Seider.

Moritz Seider offers more insight on Dylan Larkin in next leg of media tour

Jake Rivard — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 13:08:47 +0000

The Moritz Seider media tour continues as the Detroit Red Wings star defender continues interviews in preparation for the regular season. Yesterday's interview

Moritz Seider breaks silence about Red Wings, Yzerman

Jake Rivard — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000

With training camp just three weeks away, the Detroit Red Wings are slowly making themselves available to the media again. This time around, franchise defensema

Red Wings fans deservedly put Steve Yzerman on blast in recent front office rankings poll

Scott Rogust — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 20:59:20 +0000

Detroit Red Wings fans gave Steve Yzerman bad grades in a recent poll for The Athletic, who ranked all 32 NHL front offices.

More names emerge in Red Wings GM search

Jake Rivard — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:09:04 +0000

Lost among the chaos of yesterday's news with the Detroit Red Wings was an update from Athletic reporter Max Bultman. Bultman, congratulating Winged Wheel Podca

Keegan Kolesar is a bedrock of toughness for the Red Wings

Jake Rivard — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:00:03 +0000

When 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 replac

Red Wings flip future considerations for Predators prospect

Jake Rivard — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:27:39 +0000

It seems as if today is the day for Detroit Red Wings news. Between conflicting updates on the general manager search and chaos surrounding potential candidates

Another insider offers contradicting report on Red Wings GM search

Jake Rivard — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:53:25 +0000

Chaos 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 sea

Red Wings insider reveals baffling update about GM search

Jake Rivard — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:16:53 +0000

The 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 descr

This could explain Red Wings' stalled GM search

Nestor Quixtan — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:00:03 +0000

There could be an intriguing reason behind the long time it's taking the Detroit Red Wings to find their next general manager.

3 harsh truths Red Wings fans need to accept about next season

Jake Rivard — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:00:03 +0000

The 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 gen

Three moves Detroit’s new GM should make immediately

Chad Twaro — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:10:37 +0000

Despite 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.

The Red Wings have a top trade asset beyond Larkin and DeBrincat

Jake Rivard — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Rumors 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

Only time will tell if Chris Ilitch was right about Anthony Mantha decision

Scott Rogust — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:39:10 +0000

The 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.

Red Wings are waiting on this contract before signing Simon Edvinsson

Jake Rivard — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0000

When 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

Emmitt Finnie poised for breakout season with Red Wings

Jake Rivard — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Everyone 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 20

Most Wild fans no longer believe a Dylan Larkin trade is realistic

Scott Rogust — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:20:34 +0000

Detroit 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.

5 prospects that could make Red Wings next season

Jake Rivard — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 12:00:01 +0000

If 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 fr

Red Wings have a blueprint right in front of them

Zachary Trathen — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 14:52:20 +0000

The 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 chapter

Red Wings owner refused to sign 40 goal-scorer Steven Stamkos

Jake Rivard — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 15:54:32 +0000

The 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, Re

Nate Danielson entering make or break season with Red Wings

Jake Rivard — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 13:00:04 +0000

It 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 Andrew

4 mistakes the next Red Wings GM needs to avoid

Jake Rivard — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:00:04 +0000

When 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'

One thing holding back a Simon Edvinsson extension with the Red Wings

Jake Rivard — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:00:01 +0000

Some 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, the

Dylan Larkin trade sweepstakes appears to be down to just one team

Scott Rogust — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0000

When 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.

Alex DeBrincat could show captain qualities through increased on-ice responsibilities

Scott Rogust — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:43:42 +0000

If 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.

Red Wings GM search just made Dylan Larkin situation even more complicated

Nestor Quixtan — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:00:01 +0000

The Detroit Red Wings ongoing GM search could have exacerbated the issues emerging from the Dylan Larkin situation.

Hockeytown is back on the ice for the Red Wings

Jake Rivard — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:00:04 +0000

After the most tumultuous offseason in recent history, the Detroit Red Wings need all they can get to boost morale. Fortunately, a small, albeit symbolic gestu

This Detroit Red Wings' defenseman is primed for a breakout, but one thing has to happen first

Brian Germinaro — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:00:03 +0000

If the Red Wings want to make the playoffs next season, they need guys to step up. Here is the most likely candidate.

Even at Lucas Raymond's peak, this Detroit Red Wings record is untouchable

Maya Smith — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0000

This 1988-89 season record will live on beyond this group of Red Wings players. Steve Yzerman's legacy exists for a reason.

Red Wings should offer easy avenue for prospects next season

Jake Rivard — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:00:06 +0000

Like 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 t

Keegan Kolesar is much higher on Red Wings' future than fanbase should be

Scott Rogust — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:56:29 +0000

Detroit 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.

More details emerge with Red Wings GM search

Jake Rivard — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:50:54 +0000

At 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 Entertain

Amadeus Lombardi wouldn't have made the Red Wings roster

Jake Rivard — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:14:34 +0000

The 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 Lo

Red Wings' Seider named best defensive defenseman in NHL

Jake Rivard — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:00:01 +0000

Saying 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 Seide

Red Wings, Larkin relationship too fractured to rebuild

Jake Rivard — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:30:00 +0000

The 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 De

Dylan Larkin called ‘overrated’ as pundit explains trade request

Nestor Quixtan — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:00:14 +0000

Dylan Larkin's trade request gets a refreshing take as Detroit Red Wings fans remain upset about the entire ordeal.

Relinquishing the captaincy could help Dylan Larkin's career

Zachary Trathen — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 15:42:24 +0000

On 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

Red Wings will make a shocking mid-season trade that doesn't involve Dylan Larkin

Michael DeRosa — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 01:26:08 +0000

Between 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.