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Justin Faulk Leaves Game Against Flyers

The Detroit Red Wings, in a crucial game tonight against the Philadelphia Flyers, have lost their top trade deadline acquisition. The Red Wings and Flyers both are tied with 86 points and trail the Columbus Blue Jackets by two points for the final wild card spot in the Eastern Conference.

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Detroit Red Wing Alex DeBrincat Has Proven Doubters Wrong

Detroit Red Wings forward Alex DeBrincat has been lights out all season while battling adversity thanks to an Olympic snub. DeBrincat’s chances were slim when he didn’t receive an orientation invite in August 2025.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 2

NHL Predictions: Detroit Red Wings vs. Philadelphia Flyers, April 2nd

Today’s NHL predictions feature a rematch between two playoff hopefuls, the Detroit Red Wings and Philadelphia Flyers. The Red Wings are looking to turn the page following a brutal March.

Detroit Red Wings News / Inside The Rink / April 1

Is Emmitt Finnie the Next Dylan Larkin?

It doesn’t really surprise me when the first round picks that Detroit has turn out to be solid players. Not to say there is never busts, but I’m not exactly impressed anymore when a top 15 pick turns out to be a solid middle-six guy.

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Detroit Red Wings News / Last Word On Sports / April 1

Detroit Red Wings Goaltenders are an Excellent Problem in April

It’s hard not to like the Detroit Red Wings goaltenders. That is, regardless of how you look at them throughout the organization. Detroit’s netminders, from top to bottom, are a good problem for the organization to have even if they still can’t exorcise their demons in March.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Jacob Bernard-Docker News / Inside The Rink / March 31

ECHL: Trois-Rivières Lions Sign Seth Bernard-Docker

The Trois-Rivières Lions have announced that they’ve signed defenseman Seth Bernard-Docker to a standard ECHL contract. Bernard-Docker, 24, spent the last four seasons playing in the NCAA with Bentley University, where he had a goal and 12 assists for 13 points in 57 games.

Trey Augustine News / The Hockey Writers / March 31

Red Wings Sign Trey Augustine & What to Expect for His Development Path

On Tuesday, the Detroit Red Wings signed goaltending prospect Trey Augustine to an entry-level contract. The contract takes effect for the 2026-27 season.

Trey Augustine News / Daily Faceoff / March 31

Red Wings’ Trey Augustine is one of the NHL’s top goaltending prospects

Detroit Red Wings prospect Trey Augustine has done his fair share of winning during his career. Two World Junior golds. Top spot at the 2023 U-18 World Championship.

Trey Augustine News / Daily Faceoff / March 31

Red Wings sign Trey Augustine to entry-level contract

One of the best goaltenders in college hockey is finally turning pro. On Tuesday, the Detroit Red Wings announced that the team has signed goaltender Trey Augustine to a three-year, entry-level contract.

Trey Augustine News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 31

Red Wings Sign Trey Augustine To Entry-Level Deal

The Red Wings announced they’ve signed top goaltending prospect Trey Augustine to his three-year, entry-level deal. The contract won’t burn a year now – it’ll begin next season, and he’ll instead finish up the year on an amateur tryout with AHL Grand Rapids.

John Gibson News / The Hockey Writers / March 31

Red Wings Notebook: Gibson, 'Jerseys' & More

The Detroit Red Wings have had many memorable rivalries throughout their century of existence. In the year 2026, their biggest rival might be the month of March.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 31

NHL Predictions: Detroit Red Wings vs Pittsburgh Penguins, March 31st

The Detroit Red Wings and Pittsburgh Penguins face off in the Steel City. Welcome back to NHL Predictions here with Last Word On Hockey. Each day, we provide in-depth analysis, insights, and predictions for games around the NHL.

Todd McLellan News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 30

Red Wings’ Todd McLellan drops sobering practice admission amid intense playoff race

The Detroit Red Wings are fighting for their playoff lives as they prepare for the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday. Detroit is looking to return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2016.

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Moritz Seider News / Last Word On Sports / March 30

Detroit Red Wings Defenceman Moritz Seider Deserves Serious Norris Trophy Consideration

Detroit Red Wings defenceman Moritz Seider has been lights-out all year. He has truly become one of the game’s more complete players. Unlike many elite players at his position, he’s more than just a reliable point-producer.

Alex Debrincat News / Inside The Rink / March 29

Opinion: How the Red Wings Have Failed Alex DeBrincat

There’s no sugarcoating it. If Alex DeBrincat hadn’t forced his way to Detroit, the Red Wings would likely be the most hopeless team in the NHL. Still probably in the mushy middle with Larkin, Seider, and Raymond, but without the added punch to contend for anything.

Carter Mazur News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 28

Detroit Red Wings Recall Carter Mazur

Birthday wishes do come true. On his 24th birthday, the Detroit Red Wings have recalled forward Carter Mazur from the AHL’s Grand Rapids Griffins, according to a team announcement.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / March 28

Michael Brandsegg-Nygård Has the Worst Puck Luck in the NHL

The Red Wings’ biggest weakness over the balance of this season has been their lack of even strength goal scoring. One of the players who projects to be

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 27

Red Wings score early to earn key road win at Sabres

The Detroit Red Wings scored three goals in the first period and went on to a 5-2 win over the host Buffalo Sabres on Friday night to keep pace in the wild card race in the Eastern Conference.

Steve Yzerman News / NHL Trade Talk / March 27

Is Steve Yzerman ready to trade with the Oilers?

The pressure is starting to mount on Steve Yzerman and the Detroit Red Wings. After years of preaching patience and building through the draft, the organization is entering a critical phase where results matter and fast.

Michal Postava News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 26

Red Wings Recall Michal Postava

The Red Wings announced Thursday that they’ve recalled goaltender Michal Postava from AHL Grand Rapids under emergency conditions. He is expected to back up John Gibson tomorrow against the Sabres after head coach Todd McLellan ruled Cam Talbot out earlier today due to a minor tweak (via Helene St.

Cam Talbot News / Daily Faceoff / March 26

Red Wings’ Cam Talbot out day-to-day with injury

Some injury troubles between the pipes in Hockeytown. When speaking to the media on Thursday, Detroit Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan revealed that goaltender Cam Talbot “tweaked something” and is considered day-to-day.

Jacob Bernard-Docker News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 25

Red Wings sign Jacob Bernard-Docker to $3.2 million extension

The Detroit Red Wings have nicked defensive depth by signing Jacob Bernard-Docker to a two-year contract extension worth $3.2 million, the team announced on Wednesday.

Steve Yzerman News / Yardbarker / March 25

Steve Yzerman's time should be up if Red Wings miss playoffs again

Yzerman has yet to build a postseason team since making his then-triumphant return in April 2019.

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Detroit Red Wings News / Breakaway on SI / March 24

Red Wings Face Crucial Stretch in Playoff Push

The Detroit Red Wings haven’t made the Stanley Cup Playoffs in a decade, and it appeared as if this season was going to be the one when that drought finally came to an end.

Dylan Larkin News / Field Level Media / March 24

Red Wings optimistic Dylan Larkin will return to face Senators

The Detroit Red Wings could have their team captain back in action when they host the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday. Dylan Larkin, who missed the past seven games due to a lower-body injury, participated in practice on Monday and is considered a game-time decision.