https://octopusthrower.comhttps://octopusthrower.com/improving-the-red-wings-path-1-tweak-the-roster-01kp97wmdtef?utm_source=RSSChad Twaro01kp97wmdtefClose may not count as a playoff berth, but the Wings are still knocking on the door to postseason contention.Sun, 19 Apr 2026 14:00:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/a-fan-s-guide-to-new-faces-with-the-grand-rapids-griffins-01kp9e3fk1aj?utm_source=RSSKaty Glaza01kp9e3fk1ajIf you are lost with all the new (and returning) faces for the Grand Rapids Griffins, fear not! Here's who is joining the team and what to expect as a Detroit Red Wings fan.Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-players-echo-the-frustration-of-fans-01kpe36w13jx?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kpe36w13jxFans of the Detroit Red Wings aren't the only ones frustrated with the season. During the post-season press conference, multiple members of the Red Wings met wiSat, 18 Apr 2026 13:00:04 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/mclellan-s-comments-a-cherry-on-top-to-frustrating-red-wings-season-01kpbnetx5yc?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kpbnetx5ycAfter a brutal 8-1 loss to the Florida Panthers, Detroit Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan didn't mince words. "Are you embarrassed?" a reporter asked McLellanFri, 17 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/this-red-wings-trade-deadline-deal-is-already-aging-horribly-01kp91xqwssz?utm_source=RSSMichael DeRosa01kp91xqwsszThe Red Wings' decision to trade Elmer Soderblom is not looking good for Detroit so far. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:00:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-red-wings-have-an-mvp-worthy-player-01kp8q0w2n73?utm_source=RSSKaty Glaza01kp8q0w2n73The Detroit Red Wings should have a Norris and Hart Memorial Trophy candidate this season. Even though he's only recognized for one, Moritz Seider means everything to his team. Here's why!Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/5-players-who-played-their-last-game-for-the-red-wings-01kp956h5jd5?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kp956h5jd5Well, here we are. The 2025-26 regular season has come to an end. It feels like clockwork at this point. Despite a hot start, despite compelling seasons from yoFri, 17 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-season-finale-blowout-loss-sums-up-entire-season-01kpb157f2ym?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kpb157f2ymThe Detroit Red Wings ended the 2025-26 season with a less-than-desired outcome, signaling that something has to change next year.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-can-learn-a-lot-from-conference-rival-coach-01kp9cm60qjb?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kp9cm60qjbThe Detroit Red Wings and the Columbus Blue Jackets have a lot in common. They're both playoff-starved teams on the verge of success. They both have a young corThu, 16 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-interest-in-vincent-trocheck-at-trade-deadline-went-nowhere-01kpb73c6rkn?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01kpb73c6rknThe Detroit Red Wings were linked to New York Rangers center Vincent Trocheck at the trade deadline. Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman revealed the Red Wings tried to land Trocheck, but the asking price was too high.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:56:07 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/this-detroit-red-wings-star-is-still-finding-success-01kp7cjav9gv?utm_source=RSSKaty Glaza01kp7cjav9gvLucas Raymond is still the star that Detroit Red Wings fans have come to appreciate. Even with a fading season, here's how he is finding success.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/nhl-analyst-believes-red-wings-a-perfect-fit-for-elias-pettersson-01kp8x6hmne9?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kp8x6hmne9The NHL's regular season is almost over, and with it, the Detroit Red Wings find themselves on the outside looking in yet again. This time around, though, thingWed, 15 Apr 2026 16:30:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-have-big-move-to-make-this-summer-after-epic-collapse-01kp3v8t9hz8?utm_source=RSSMichael DeRosa01kp3v8t9hz8After extending their playoff drought 10 years, the Red Wings have an important move to make over the summer. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:47:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-fans-deserve-more-transparency-from-steve-yzerman-01kp74eyx1ay?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kp74eyx1ayIf the Red Wings expect fans to buy in, Steve Yzerman needs to lay out his vision moving forward.Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:00:03 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-offer-frustrating-deployment-of-prospect-01kp66xgxvan?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kp66xgxvanAt this point in the season, what are the Detroit Red Wings playing for? Pride? Scheduled obligations? Whether they win or lose doesn't change their fate. They'Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:49:22 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/these-3-red-wings-improved-the-most-this-season-01kp3s35bg92?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kp3s35bg92Despite the season's outcome, these Red Wings found a way to improve their game.Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:28:53 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/nhl-analyst-proposes-blockbuster-red-wings-trade-01kp3n4hrtht?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kp3n4hrthtOne NHL analyst believes the Detroit Red Wings should swap captains with a fellow Eastern Conference team.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-head-coach-finally-says-out-loud-what-everyone-is-thinking-01kp3frjbc5y?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kp3frjbc5yDetroit Red Wings coach Todd McLellan finally had the gall to say out loud what everyone has been thinking about for a long time.Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:00:03 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-captain-dylan-larkin-perseveres-01knvrd2f4ge?utm_source=RSSKaty Glaza01knvrd2f4geFrom scapegoat to hero in Hockeytown, Dylan Larkin proves his supporters right. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-give-first-round-pick-an-emergency-audition-01kp2fp3s7m5?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kp2fp3s7m5With the season as good as done, the Detroit Red Wings have taken to last-second call-ups. This time around, it's 2024 first round pick Michael Brandsegg-NygardMon, 13 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-final-two-red-wings-games-of-the-season-don-t-have-to-be-pointless-01kp14rc6pe3?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kp14rc6pe3The Detroit Red Wings' season, by all accounts, is over. After getting booed off the ice following their tenth consecutive elimination from the playoffs, the tMon, 13 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/former-red-wings-forward-is-thriving-after-leaving-detroit-01knzwdy3dsp?utm_source=RSSMichael DeRosa01knzwdy3dspFormer Red Wings forward Vladimir Tarasenko has found his fit with the Wild.Sun, 12 Apr 2026 17:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-sign-second-round-pick-to-two-year-entry-deal-01knzbhhpgc2?utm_source=RSSMichael Coyle01knzbhhpgc2On Saturday, the Detroit Red Wings announced that they signed forward Dylan James to a two-year entry-level contract beginning at the start of the 2026-27 seasoSun, 12 Apr 2026 15:22:49 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/what-s-next-for-red-wings-after-getting-booed-off-the-ice-01knzmn5pmfw?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01knzmn5pmfwQuestion abound after the Detroit Red Wings were booed off home ice following their disappointing playoff elimination.Sun, 12 Apr 2026 13:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-shining-star-of-the-2025-26-red-wings-01kntffhajy1?utm_source=RSSKaty Glaza01kntffhajy1As the Detroit Red Wings progress out of the darkness, this one player stands out as a beacon of hope. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/here-s-how-the-red-wings-can-make-the-playoffs-01knw6dzh851?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01knw6dzh851Despite the doom and gloom surrounding Tuesday's loss to the Blue Jackets, the Detroit Red Wings aren't out of this yet. Sure, the likelihood of the team makingSat, 11 Apr 2026 13:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/another-red-wings-forward-nominated-for-prestigious-award-01knvyvdq2a7?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01knvyvdq2a7This award goes to the player that best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice.Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:57:08 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/don-t-worry-about-slumping-red-wings-sophomore-01knt0b5rte4?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01knt0b5rte4Marco Kasper's sophomore season has been a disappointment. But it's perfectly in line with other NHLers that slumped in the past.Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/rookie-forward-a-shining-light-for-the-red-wings-01knsxg5gyg9?utm_source=RSSKaty Glaza01knsxg5gyg9Let's discuss why this particular Detroit Red Wings player is one of the brightest parts of a dark season.Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-path-to-playoff-elimination-becoming-much-clearer-01kns8hysgy3?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01kns8hysgy3The Detroit Red Wings' epic collapse has put them into position to miss out on the playoffs by the end of this week.Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:38:25 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/no-the-red-wings-aren-t-trading-dylan-larkin-01knsbx6pe6q?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01knsbx6pe6qTrading away the team's captain - a 30-goal, two-way center - makes no sense at this point in the rebuild.Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:21:31 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/no-matter-what-happens-a-fresh-start-will-be-good-for-red-wings-01knqg1tahdn?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01knqg1tahdnWith just four games left in the season, the Detroit Red Wings are currently on the outside looking in. After yesterday's heartbreaker against the Columbus BlueThu, 09 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-forward-nominated-for-prestigious-award-01knpx9cvm3d?utm_source=RSSMichael Coyle01knpx9cvm3dThe Bill Masterton Trophy is awarded to a player that exemplifies perseverance, sportsmanship and leadershipThu, 09 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/dylan-larkin-laments-red-wings-heartbreaking-losses-as-they-sink-playoff-chances-01knq6k0p3yr?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01knq6k0p3yrDetroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin hopes that their brutal losses to the Columbus Blue Jackets and Minnesota Wild won't be factors in the team missing the playoffs for the 10th consecutive season.Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:22:16 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-top-goaltending-prospect-joins-griffins-01knmsr2xbpp?utm_source=RSSKaty Glaza01knmsr2xbppThe Detroit Red Wings have a newcomer to their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate. After signing his amateur tryout, Trey Augustine stopped pucks in practice. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-most-improved-player-on-the-red-wings-01knm6g4a5n2?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01knm6g4a5n2Some players on the Detroit Red Wings have struggled this season. Others have taken their next step in their development. But none have taken a step quite like Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:30:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/patrick-kane-calls-costly-penalty-against-wild-worst-feeling-of-career-01knmfddgkn9?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01knmfddgkn9Detroit Red Wings winger Patrick Kane accepted responsibility for his costly penalty against the Minnesota Wild, saying that it was the worst feeling of his career.Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:12:39 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/it-is-what-it-is-post-game-comments-leave-bad-taste-in-red-wings-fans-mouths-01knja9xc7kp?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01knja9xc7kpTwo players' post-game comments leave Red Wings fans frustrated with a lack of results.Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:30:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/why-max-plante-should-win-the-hobey-baker-award-01knhnr33mcj?utm_source=RSSBrian Germinaro01knhnr33mcjMax Plante has been one of the best players in the NCAA this season. Here's why he should win the Hobey Baker Award. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:00:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/deadline-deals-not-working-out-for-red-wings-01knj0dh9as1?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01knj0dh9as1The Detroit Red Wings took a risk during the trade deadline. They made three moves: trading Elmer Soderblom to the Pittsburgh Penguins, acquiring David Perron fTue, 07 Apr 2026 13:00:04 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/kane-penalty-may-have-just-cost-red-wings-the-season-01knhpdcaf6j?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01knhpdcaf6jA unique event in the Detroit Red Wings 2025-26 season could be remembered as the singularity that cost the team its season.Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:30:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-earn-high-praise-for-their-prospect-pool-01knhhen41hn?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01knhhen41hnWhile the present Detroit Red Wings can oftentimes be frustrating, the future, as they say, is quite bright. Scott Wheeler of The Athletic recently published hiMon, 06 Apr 2026 15:40:10 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-red-wings-need-a-culture-change-01knfeeh3vf3?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01knfeeh3vf3Something is deeply, fundamentally wrong with the Detroit Red Wings. There's no reason a team with a Norris-caliber defenseman, an elite scorer in Alex DeBrincaMon, 06 Apr 2026 13:42:14 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-sign-third-round-pick-to-three-year-entry-deal-01knf2y20x64?utm_source=RSSMichael Coyle01knf2y20x64On Friday morning, the Detroit Red Wings announced that they signed forward Noah Dower-Nilsson to a three-year entry-level contract starting prior to the 2026-2Sun, 05 Apr 2026 20:49:42 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/it-s-time-for-the-red-wings-to-move-on-from-patrick-kane-01knfj1n75fr?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01knfj1n75frAt this point, Kane's mistakes outweigh the benefits he brings to the table.Sun, 05 Apr 2026 20:07:15 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-miss-golden-opportunity-to-get-ahead-in-playoff-race-01kndbhvafnx?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kndbhvafnxThe Detroit Red Wings missed a golden opportunity to lock up a postseason berth, despite getting help from rivals.Sun, 05 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/how-the-red-wings-will-pick-their-next-general-manager-01k2zx6ptn2k?utm_source=RSSAnthony Ibanez01k2zx6ptn2kThere are few general managers in the NHL who have stayed with the same team for as long as Steve Yzerman. One day, they'll need to find his replacement.Sun, 05 Apr 2026 13:00:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/fellow-detroit-star-shares-perspective-that-can-help-red-wings-01kna1pevkvw?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kna1pevkvwThe Detroit Red Wings are close to making the playoffs for the first time in a decade. There's a lot to be optimistic about. At the same time, however, concernsSat, 04 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-red-wings-are-showing-glimpses-of-what-they-can-be-01kn7xt0e1cs?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kn7xt0e1csLast night, the Detroit Red Wings won a triumphant victory against the Philadelphia Flyers. Detroit was engaged, aggressive on the forecheck and tenacious when Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:08:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/one-veteran-s-take-offers-clue-about-red-wings-prospect-s-future-01kn2rkbqykv?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kn2rkbqykvThe Detroit Red Wings have a gem on their hands. Eddie Genborg, selected 44th overall by the Red Wings last season, is on the ups. The 18-year-old forward, hot Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-get-job-done-in-philly-win-biggest-game-of-season-so-far-01kn9h9bb33s?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kn9h9bb33sThe Detroit Red Wings got the job done against the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday night, getting what might be their biggest win of the season so far.Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:20:22 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/these-3-factors-should-give-red-wings-fans-hope-vs-flyers-01kn7g9e15jq?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kn7g9e15jqTonight is the second time the Detroit Red Wings face the Philadelphia Flyers over their final 10 games of the season. The first time around couldn't have gone Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:27:33 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-biggest-culprits-of-detroit-s-march-collapse-01kn52xyz6gj?utm_source=RSSAnthony Ibanez01kn52xyz6gjThe Red Wings, as usual, underperformed in March. But who, this time, were the biggest culprits?Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:44:05 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-fans-need-to-circle-these-3-april-matchups-01kn5faws0y5?utm_source=RSSMichael Coyle01kn5faws0y5The good news for the Detroit Red Wings and their fans is that the seemingly cursed month of March is over. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:00:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-red-wings-need-to-revamp-their-bottom-six-this-offseason-01kn27sxp5r6?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kn27sxp5r6Detroit's lack of depth scoring is unacceptable. Red Wings general manger Steve Yzerman needs to revamp the botom-six core this offseason. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:00:05 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/these-5-red-wings-should-be-exiled-via-catapult-01kn5am9qxbq?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kn5am9qxbqThe Red Wings need to take desperate measures to save this season. Exile by catapult seems to be the safest choice.Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:09:28 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-march-sadness-finally-over-01kn4m5jenwm?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kn4m5jenwmFor the fourth straight year in a row, the Detroit Red Wings fell apart in March. This time around, the team went 5-7-2, which, somehow, is an improvement over Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:38:26 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/steve-yzerman-s-efforts-not-enough-to-give-red-wings-depth-scoring-01kn01pffyh5?utm_source=RSSChad Twaro01kn01pffyh5Despite numerous signings and infusing youth, the Red Wings are still largely a one-line team.Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-red-wings-don-t-hate-losing-enough-01kn39m6cbfp?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kn39m6cbfpThe Detroit Red Wings are a mess. At this point, it's starting to feel bleak. When the team needed a new coach, they hired a new coach. When they needed scoringWed, 01 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-sign-top-5-nhl-prospect-01kn2mpfq46h?utm_source=RSSMichael Coyle01kn2mpfq46hOn Tuesday afternoon, the Detroit Red Wings announced that they have signed goaltender Trey Augustine to a three-year, entry-level contract beginning prior to tTue, 31 Mar 2026 19:27:17 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/last-week-s-results-an-indictment-of-red-wings-01kn02wwz91r?utm_source=RSSChad Twaro01kn02wwz91rThe Red Wings' core came up short in critical late season games once again, showing nothing has really changed with this team.Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/nhl-insider-speculates-on-yzerman-s-future-with-red-wings-01kn05n0brs0?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kn05n0brs0The future of the Detroit Red Wings and general manager Steve Yzerman, per NHL insider Elliotte Friedman, could take a very different turn this offseason. FriedTue, 31 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-red-wings-core-is-not-good-enough-01kmzt8y9em6?utm_source=RSSChad Twaro01kmzt8y9em6Years of window dressing and finding support pieces haven’t been enough to make the playoffs, it’s time to find another building block.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:34:25 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/this-rookie-can-bring-a-spark-to-an-exhausted-red-wings-lineup-01kmzhph3rc6?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kmzhph3rc6This promising rookie brings a little extra grit to the table that can help Detroit in the long run.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:51:29 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/4-heroes-the-red-wings-can-rely-on-moving-forward-01kmx5ebvzza?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kmx5ebvzzaThe Detroit Red Wings need a hero. With just nine games left on the schedule, the Red Wings are barely staying afloat in the Eastern Conference. They're a pointSun, 29 Mar 2026 16:34:35 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-may-have-secured-biggest-win-of-the-season-01kms4t54b44?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kms4t54b44The team's triumphant victory means a lot for their playoff hopes.Sat, 28 Mar 2026 14:00:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-have-mini-playoff-series-on-horizon-01kmg6zmfzxz?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kmg6zmfzxzThe Red Wings and Flyers have quite a few games to catch up with each other.Sat, 28 Mar 2026 13:00:03 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-need-more-out-of-first-round-pick-01kmr5ymjr8y?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kmr5ymjr8yThere's an old saying that goes "the best time to plant a tree was 30 years ago, the second best time is now". The same can be said of players heating up. In thFri, 27 Mar 2026 18:01:23 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-call-up-goaltender-following-talbot-injury-01kmpg57ptj5?utm_source=RSSMichael Coyle01kmpg57ptj5Talbot's injury, per head coach Todd McLellan, isn't a serious one.Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-face-biggest-challenge-of-the-season-01kmna6gf4c5?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kmna6gf4c5How the Red Wings respond to the hottest team in the NHL will determine their outlook on the rest of the season.Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:00:03 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-star-heralded-as-best-defensive-defenseman-01kmnbd5b0hs?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kmnbd5b0hsDespite recent frustrations, the Detroit Red Wings are receiving a lot of praise lately. Earlier this week, a former NHL executive praised Steve yzerman for thThu, 26 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/former-nhl-exec-praises-red-wings-general-manager-01kmn3m1vahx?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kmn3m1vahxA former longtime NHL executive gives Detroit Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman a pass even if the club misses the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs.Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:13:30 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-curious-case-of-j-t-compher-01kky13m3k5t?utm_source=RSSAnthony Ibanez01kky13m3k5tWhat purpose does J.T. Compher serve with this current iteration of the Red Wings?Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:39:28 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-sign-defenseman-to-two-year-contract-extension-01kmkmrb8cks?utm_source=RSSMichael Coyle01kmkmrb8cksOn Wednesday night, the Detroit Red Wings announced that they signed defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker to a two-year, $3.2 million extension, with an AAV of $1.2 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 23:58:07 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/dylan-larkin-s-return-hurt-the-red-wings-01kmjrx1gazf?utm_source=RSSAnthony Ibanez01kmjrx1gazfWhile Larkin himself played exceptionally well, the rest of the team faltered, expecting him to pick up the slack.Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:28:32 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-red-wings-have-an-identity-problem-01kmjpy7765s?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kmjpy7765sAfter last night's crushing defeat to the Ottawa Senators, captain Dylan Larkin had quite a bit to say. “The room is mad," Larkin remarked in a post-game interWed, 25 Mar 2026 15:21:16 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/lack-of-guts-at-deadline-could-cost-red-wings-a-playoff-spot-01kmhebp76ba?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kmhebp76baThe Detroit Red Wings' lack of guts to trade any of their top prospects could come back to bit them down the road.Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:34:28 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/4-takeaways-from-red-wings-unacceptable-loss-to-senators-01kmhaea8egv?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kmhaea8egvFour factors led to Detroit's heartbreaking loss to Ottawa last night.Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:00:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-have-golden-opportunity-against-injured-senators-01kmg8mqakwg?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kmg8mqakwgTonight's game has major playoff implications. It's up to the Red Wings to secure a spot.Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:04:28 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-defenseman-on-pace-for-career-year-01kmem4zkr74?utm_source=RSSMichael Coyle01kmem4zkr74The star defender is even earning Norris consideration from journalists.Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:19:50 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-send-rookie-defenseman-to-ahl-01kmdwhmaa1t?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kmdwhmaa1tThe Detroit Red Wings have reassigned rookie defenseman Axel Sandin-Pellikka to the Grand Rapids Griffins. UPDATE: The #RedWings have assigned Axel Sandin-PelMon, 23 Mar 2026 17:55:19 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/injury-update-red-wings-center-a-game-time-decision-01kmdrwqyq4n?utm_source=RSSMichael Coyle01kmdrwqyq4nDetroit received a potential game-changing update about captain Dylan Larkin's injury.Mon, 23 Mar 2026 17:03:10 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/power-play-will-sink-or-save-the-red-wings-01kmdkja56h8?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kmdkja56h8The Detroit Red Wings went 1 for 4 on the power play during Saturday's bout against the Boston Bruins. This inconsistency is a microcosm of a bigger issue: sincMon, 23 Mar 2026 16:00:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/dylan-larkin-s-return-will-be-the-red-wings-late-season-catalyst-01kmbrwj0wn9?utm_source=RSSBob Heyrman01kmbrwj0wn9The Detroit Red Wings are approaching playoff contention, and an important player may soon return to help their late-season efforts.Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-running-out-of-runway-to-turn-it-around-01kmaqwbhdfc?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kmaqwbhdfcThe Detroit Red Wings are running out of time to break out of their funk and secure a playoff spot this season.Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:00:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-now-out-of-playoff-picture-01kmc6g94t59?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01kmc6g94t59The New York Islanders' victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets realigned the playoff picture, and, for the first time in months, the Detroit Red Wings are on thMon, 23 Mar 2026 13:00:03 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-cushion-is-gone-and-now-the-numbers-are-tight-01kmax20781f?utm_source=RSSBob Heyrman01kmax20781fThe Red Wings are still in a playoff spot, but the numbers suggest the stretch run will be decided by narrow margins, with little to no room for error.Sun, 22 Mar 2026 15:01:35 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/4-takeaways-from-red-wings-battle-with-boston-01km9n7fhbgq?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01km9n7fhbgqThe Detroit Red Wings took on the Boston Bruins last night, finishing the night in a heartbreaking 4-2 loss. This was the team's seventh game without Dylan LarkSun, 22 Mar 2026 13:45:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/next-3-games-the-most-important-in-red-wings-season-01km8awpcs68?utm_source=RSSJacob Rivard01km8awpcs68Every game over the Red Wings' last five appearances have had a playoff feel to them. Perhaps it could be due to the gritty, physical style the Red Wings have aSat, 21 Mar 2026 14:22:46 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/how-an-ahl-reset-will-help-red-wings-rookie-defenseman-01km1md2rsjh?utm_source=RSSBob Heyrman01km1md2rsjhWith Detroit's blue line now crowded, the Red Wings face a decision regarding Axel Sandin-Pellikka's development.Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:00:02 +0000en