https://octopusthrower.comhttps://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 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/how-steve-yzerman-failed-as-general-manager-of-the-red-wings-01ky29xr3392?utm_source=RSSChad Twaro01ky29xr3392Shopping sprees to kick start Detroit’s rebuild were well intentioned, but consistently missed the mark to get the Red Wings back to the playoffs.Wed, 22 Jul 2026 15:00:04 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-biggest-losers-in-the-detroit-red-wings-breakup-saga-01kxyrqmhw2z?utm_source=RSSKaty Glaza01kxyrqmhw2zOf all the losers in the breakup of the Detroit Red Wings leadership, these two players stand as the biggest losers. Here's why.Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-closest-thing-the-red-wings-have-to-a-modern-rival-isn-t-enough-01ky2merepeh?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01ky2merepehIt feels like the Detroit Red Wings haven't had a good rival in decades. Sure, they had the Pittsburgh Penguins to contend with in the late 2000s. They've got aWed, 22 Jul 2026 13:00:03 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/this-low-risk-pto-target-should-be-a-priority-for-the-red-wings-next-gm?utm_source=RSSMichael DeRosa01ky2phkyggdThe Red Wings' next general manager would be wise to consider signing this defenseman to a PTO.Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:10:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/what-steve-yzerman-did-right-as-general-manager-of-the-red-wings-01kxxgn8gx7m?utm_source=RSSChad Twaro01kxxgn8gx7mThe minute Steve Yzerman joined the front office, he masterfully went about purging a barren roster for draft assets and buy-low players.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:00:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/insider-believes-red-wings-will-choose-next-captain-regardless-of-larkin-s-status-01kxzzy921r2?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kxzzy921r2To no one's surprise, the Detroit Red Wings are looking forward to moving on from Dylan Larkin as captain. According to Ansar Khan of MLive, that decision may bTue, 21 Jul 2026 13:00:05 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/one-decision-by-the-next-gm-will-determine-the-red-wings-direction?utm_source=RSSMichael DeRosa01kxqw1mtmq1The Red Wings' next GM will have a major decision to make with star forward Alex DeBrincat. Tue, 21 Jul 2026 02:05:45 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/how-the-yzerplan-fell-short-for-the-red-wings-01kxr4qqen77?utm_source=RSSZachary Trathen01kxr4qqen77This past Wednesday morning marked the end of an era in Hockeytown. After more than seven years as general manager of the Detroit Red Wings, Steve Yzerman was Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/dylan-larkin-becoming-biggest-red-wings-villain-in-years-01kxxknqqevq?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kxxknqqevqThe Detroit Red Wings have a long list of villains throughout their storied history. From Tie Domi to Claude Lemieux, there's no shortage of villains to point fMon, 20 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/10-general-manager-candidates-the-red-wings-should-consider-01kxk0vnkz3q?utm_source=RSSZachary Trathen01kxk0vnkz3qBefore the Red Wings begin their search for a new general manager, one question will dominate the conversation: should Detroit promote from within or bring in aSun, 19 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/5-upcoming-games-red-wings-fans-should-circle-on-their-calendars-01kxr83w2p3b?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kxr83w2p3bThe Detroit Red Wings unveiled their schedule this week, with their home opener set to take place against the New York Rangers on October 2. This year, things aSun, 19 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-could-bring-back-a-familiar-face-to-run-the-show-01kxnbbdgk77?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kxnbbdgk77The Detroit Red Wings could turn to a former rival executive to take over for Steve Yzerman.Sat, 18 Jul 2026 15:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/drafting-sebastian-cossa-was-a-steve-yzerman-fumble-01kxgd8jbpar?utm_source=RSSZachary Trathen01kxgd8jbparSteve Yzerman has done a lot of things right since taking over as general manager of the Detroit Red Wings. He rebuilt a struggling prospect pool, drafted francSat, 18 Jul 2026 14:00:03 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/timing-for-red-wings-gm-change-couldn-t-have-been-worse-01kxkwd0jzfb?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kxkwd0jzfbWhile the transition of Steve Yzerman out of the Detroit Red Wings GM role is much of a surprise, the timing couldn't have been worse.Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:00:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-3-best-and-worst-moves-of-steve-yzerman-s-tenure-with-the-red-wings-01kxnv7jx5w7?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kxnv7jx5w7Steve Yzerman's tenure with the Detroit Red Wings will likely be remembered for two reasons: the beginning and the end. At the start of his tenure, Yzerman drafFri, 17 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/how-the-red-wings-stack-up-against-their-home-opener-opponent-01kxkj5t1gt2?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kxkj5t1gt2Between all the recent crazy news, the Detroit Red Wings revealed their home opener opponent. On Friday, October 2, 2026, the Red Wings will face off against thThu, 16 Jul 2026 16:00:05 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/dylan-larkin-should-not-participate-in-training-camp-with-the-red-wings-01kxgamcjhz5?utm_source=RSSZachary Trathen01kxgamcjhz5If Dylan Larkin still hasn't been traded by the time training camp begins, the Detroit Red Wings will have one of the biggest decisions of the offseason waitingThu, 16 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/larkin-burned-too-many-bridges-for-red-wings-return-01kxk0axdzmz?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kxk0axdzmzWhen news today broke out about Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman stepping down, everyone had the same first thought: "Does this mean Dylan LarkinThu, 16 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/three-red-wings-defense-prospects-you-may-have-forgotten-about-01kxdwz8kf40?utm_source=RSSZachary Trathen01kxdwz8kf40Detroit's prospect pool is often headlined by names like Axel Sandin Pellikka, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, Trey Augustine, and Carter Bear. But beyond the organizThu, 16 Jul 2026 13:00:06 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/steve-yzerman-left-his-red-wings-successor-a-mess-to-clean-up-starting-with-dylan-larkin-01kxk5309wnj?utm_source=RSSNick Villano01kxk5309wnjDespite it being the middle of July, there is still a ton for the Detroit Red Wings to do before they can prepare for the 2026-27 season. Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:44:54 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-doomed-to-rebuild-if-they-botch-larkin-trade-01kxgdmn613t?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kxgdmn613tThe Detroit Red Wings could be staring at the worst-possible outcome if they cannot pull off a successful Dylan Larkin trade.Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:30:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/steve-yzerman-s-departure-leaves-dylan-larkin-holding-the-cards-01kxjyrx8a44?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01kxjyrx8a44The Detroit Red Wings are now looking for Steve Yzerman's replacement after stepping down as head of hockey operations. That is leaving fans wondering whether or not Dylan Larkin played a significant role in this decision.Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:30:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/what-steve-yzerman-stepping-down-means-for-the-red-wings-01kxjyssmhe1?utm_source=RSSZachary Trathen01kxjyssmhe1One of the biggest chapters in Detroit Red Wings history officially came to an end Wednesday. The organization announced that Steve Yzerman is stepping down as Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/this-trade-can-make-both-larkin-and-the-red-wings-happy-01kx9j04xmb9?utm_source=RSSChad Twaro01kx9j04xmb9Dylan Larkin gets traded to a contender while Detroit gets pieces that help now and for the long term.Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:00:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-yzerplan-comes-to-an-end-with-the-red-wings-01kxjygrn3qr?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kxjygrn3qrThe Detroit Red Wings announced today that Steve Yzerman is stepping down from his role as general manager. Per the Red Wings' press release, he hasnow transiWed, 15 Jul 2026 13:31:44 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/stars-forward-selected-as-most-hated-player-by-red-wings-fans-in-poll-01kxgsrwx0jz?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kxgsrwx0jzIn the world of the NHL, there's nothing more satisfying than being a hater. Well, apart from your favorite team winning the Stanley Cup, of course. Beyond thatWed, 15 Jul 2026 13:00:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-price-is-wright-for-the-red-wings-01kxengvxqhy?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kxengvxqhyIt's not every day a (potential) first line center becomes available. For a team like the Detroit Red Wings, who need to take some risks and upgrade at center,Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:21:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/nhl-insider-suggests-red-wings-target-this-free-agent-01kxe23v9ztn?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kxe23v9ztnIt's been 12 days since NHL free agency began and there are still plenty of players without contracts. What's especially surprising is that none of the Detroit Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/trading-for-quinn-hughes-wouldn-t-have-changed-much-for-the-red-wings-01kxc787ehwz?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kxc787ehwzWhen the Detroit Red Wings missed out on the Quinn Hughes sweepstakes, many NHL insiders and pundits saw this as a turning point with the organization. Months lMon, 13 Jul 2026 15:19:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-red-wings-should-avoid-committing-to-a-re-rebuild-01kxc32q5369?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kxc32q5369With the way things are going with the Detroit Red Wings, hardcore fans and media pundits alike have their own ideas on what the team should do. Some want the tMon, 13 Jul 2026 13:00:05 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/3-red-wings-prospects-that-could-be-on-the-lineup-full-time-next-season-01kxbb0egvxb?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kxbb0egvxbLast season, the Detroit Red Wings welcomed three rookies to the roster on opening night: Emmitt Finnie, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard and Axel Sandin-Pellikka. WhilSun, 12 Jul 2026 14:45:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-addition-named-one-of-the-best-contracts-in-the-nhl?utm_source=RSSScott Roche01kx78pvk2vzThe Detroit Red Wings' signing of free agent forward Viktor Arvidsson was listed as one of the nine best contracts handed out so far this offseason.Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:12:59 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-stuck-in-offseason-purgatory-until-larkin-business-is-sorted-01kx6echr4sm?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kx6echr4smTo say the Detroit Red Wings are frustrated is an understatement. Patrick Kane hasn't committed to a team. The offseason acquisitions, while solid, aren't enouSat, 11 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-rookie-honored-by-detroit-sports-media-01kx690skwbs?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kx690skwbsDespite the elephant in the room, there are quite a few positives for the Detroit Red Wings this offseason. They managed to trade in to the first round of the Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:00:05 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-red-wings-are-still-looking-for-their-tomas-holmstrom-01kx66w7qdvw?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kx66w7qdvwDetroit Red Wings forward Tomas Holmstrom would've thrived in today's game. Standing at 6'0" and weighing around 200 lbs, Holmstrom had one job and one job onlyFri, 10 Jul 2026 15:01:46 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/dylan-larkin-doesn-t-provide-red-wings-with-much-help-with-expanded-trade-list-01kx3qd0n8nb?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01kx3qd0n8nbAccording to a new report from Ansar Khan of M Live, Dylan Larkin added one new team to his trade list, and that's the Dallas Stars. Even with the addition, talks between the Detroit Red Wings and Stars have gone nowhere.Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:13:35 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-nhl-needs-to-rethink-no-trade-clauses-and-long-term-contracts-01kwz0a3wefg?utm_source=RSSZachary Trathen01kwz0a3wefgFor years, NHL general managers have handed out long-term contracts with full no-trade clauses as a way to keep franchise players happy. At the time of signing,Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:00:03 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-should-expect-high-return-if-they-trade-alex-debrincat-01kx11m9g9hx?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kx11m9g9hxUnfortunately, the Detroit Red Wings are stuck between a rock and a hard place. If they keep trying to contend in a highly-competitive Atlantic division, they iThu, 09 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-haven-t-had-their-post-free-agency-press-conference-for-good-reason-01kx13qxtaes?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kx13qxtaesBy this time last year, Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman already had his end-of-free agency press conference. This time around, it's been radio sThu, 09 Jul 2026 12:30:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/dylan-larkin-refuses-to-budge-with-steve-yzerman-with-latest-trade-update-01kx0y9kjv1f?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01kx0y9kjv1fDetroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman requested that Dylan Larkin expand his trade list. The Detroit Free Press' Helene St. James revealed that Larkin has not done so.Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:02:14 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/why-the-red-wings-should-bottom-out-this-season-01kx0x8y5196?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kx0x8y5196As of right now, Steve Yzerman's request in the Dylan Larkin trade fiasco is that the Detroit Red Wings receive NHL-ready players in return. While, on paper, thWed, 08 Jul 2026 14:00:03 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-should-match-any-offer-sheet-for-simon-edvinsson-01kwy62cv03w?utm_source=RSSZachary Trathen01kwy62cv03wThe Detroit Red Wings have already had a chaotic offseason, and now another potential problem may be looming. According to recent reports and comments from NHLWed, 08 Jul 2026 13:03:15 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/report-reveals-conference-rival-targeting-red-wings-defenseman-01kwx143mzaf?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kwx143mzafThe cat's out of the bag in the NHL. Leo Carlsson's offer sheet has general managers throughout the league on high alert with their current (and pending) restriTue, 07 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/steve-yzerman-should-pivot-to-this-center-upgrade-in-minnesota-wild-trade-talks?utm_source=RSSBrian Germinaro01kwwxm3t7w9The Wild are one of the teams most interested in acquiring Dylan Larkin. Here is why their asking price should be Joel Eriksson EK Tue, 07 Jul 2026 02:25:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/what-the-red-wings-can-learn-from-the-leo-carlsson-offer-sheet-01kwvs6vfb8c?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kwvs6vfb8cBy now, most people have heard about the Philadelphia Flyers and their offer sheet for Anaheim Ducks star center Leo Carlsson. Carlsson recently signed a five-yMon, 06 Jul 2026 14:00:03 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/wild-under-more-pressure-than-red-wings-in-larkin-sweepstakes-01kwtjgysgx5?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kwtjgysgx5The name Dylan Larkin is on top of the minds of two franchises (and for completely different reasons): the Detroit Red Wings and the Minnesota Wild. After the iMon, 06 Jul 2026 13:00:04 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/what-keegan-kolesar-s-interview-says-about-the-newest-red-wings-bruiser-01kwpssjj0dh?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kwpssjj0dhThe hard-hitting forward sounds more than exciting to don the Winged Wheel.Sun, 05 Jul 2026 13:00:02 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/why-steve-yzerman-should-wait-to-trade-dylan-larkin-01kwm0yv0zqk?utm_source=RSSZachary Trathen01kwm0yv0zqkEver since reports came out that Dylan Larkin requested a trade after the 2025-26 season, fans around the league have been trying to put together mock trades toSat, 04 Jul 2026 16:19:00 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-might-be-out-on-patrick-kane-sweepstakes-01kwpr39p375?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kwpr39p375When news broke out that Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane was planning on testing the market, some were surprised, while others saw it coming from a mile Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:42:16 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/with-center-market-dwindling-red-wings-should-offer-sheet-this-center-01kwmwy3dzkt?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kwmwy3dzktIf the Detroit Red Wings want a bona fide first-line center, they're going to need to act quickly. The center market lost yet another huge name as the PhiladeFri, 03 Jul 2026 21:36:43 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/the-red-wings-still-have-a-few-of-their-own-free-agents-available-but-only-one-is-worth-bringing-back?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kwmaaewc4dThe Detroit Red Wings have only one clear-cut choice to bring back as a veteran UFA this offseason.Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:43:05 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/this-has-been-steve-yzerman-s-most-efficient-free-agency-with-red-wings-01kwm32xpsky?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kwm32xpskyIt goes without saying that this NHL free agency class lacked legitimate needle-movers. No one, from the Carolina Hurricanes to the Vancouver Canucks, was goingFri, 03 Jul 2026 15:00:01 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/4-former-red-wings-among-the-nhl-s-best-remaining-ufas-01kwjc844hxx?utm_source=RSSMichael DeRosa01kwjc844hxxThese four players from the Red Wings' 2025-26 roster are still free agents after July 1. Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:00:04 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/red-wings-avoided-nightmarish-scenario-by-not-trading-for-darnell-nurse-01kwht9jqja0?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kwht9jqja0While things aren't all sunshine and rainbows with the Detroit Red Wings right now, one thing's for certain: they avoided a disaster by not trading for Darnell Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:00:03 +0000enhttps://octopusthrower.com/3-free-agents-the-red-wings-should-target-on-day-2-01kwhnyh1z7k?utm_source=RSSJake Rivard01kwhnyh1z7kDay One of free agency couldn't have gone better for the Detroit Red Wings. They addressed positions of need, added some toughness and smoothed out the even-strThu, 02 Jul 2026 16:10:16 +0000en