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Low-scoring Red Wings search for goals against Devils

The Detroit Red Wings have a simple problem -- they can't put the puck in the net. They have been blanked twice in their first five games. Detroit will try to find more answers on offense when it hosts the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday.

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Red Wings’ Alex DeBrincat gets real on locker room vibe amid poor start

The Detroit Red Wings are a bit of a mess right now. Detroit is dealing with two trade requests at this time. Young star Simon Edvinsson, one of the players with a trade request on the table, is unsigned.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / October 12

Scorching Red Wings Prospect Quickly Becoming One to Watch

Although the franchise hasn't necessarily torn it down, the Detroit Red Wings have enjoyed something of a youth movement in recent seasons, incorporating prospects at forward and defense up and down the roster when their play warrants the opportunity.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / October 12

Detroit Red Wings Have a Much Bigger Problem Than Their 1-3-1 Record

The Detroit Red Wings have problems and while one of them is their 1-3-1 record to start the season, that seems to be the least of the issues. It isn’t their struggling offense or their inconsistent play.

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Dylan Larkin News / The Lead / October 12

The NHL Needs to Reform the No Trade Clause

Dylan Larkin dominated headlines before the 2026-27 NHL season even started. Along with a few American Olympians, Larkin asked to be traded from the team where he built his career.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / October 12

Dylan Larkin's Return Hasn't Solved the Red Wings' Biggest Problem

Dylan Larkin returned to the Detroit Red Wings lineup last Tuesday night and for one game, everything seemed a little better. Boos turned into cheers but unfortunately, one game didn't solve a decade's worth of problems.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / October 11

NHL Rumors: Simon Edvinsson, Alexander Nikishin, and Offer Sheets

Sportsnet: Elliotte Friedman said things are status quo between the Detroit Red Wings and RFA defenseman Simon Edvinsson. He’d still like a trade, but the Red Wings aren’t giving up on re-signing him.

Dylan Larkin News / Daily Faceoff / October 11

‘It was interesting’: Red Wings’ Larkin reacts to Canadiens fans chanting his name

Detroit Red Wings center, and their former captain, Dylan Larkin may not have gotten a warm reception when he was introduced at Little Caesars Arena this season, but he sure did at the Bell Centre on Saturday night when the Red Wings visited the Montreal Canadiens.

Dylan Larkin News / Trade Talk Sports / October 11

Is Dylan Larkin Opening Up to the Idea of Going to Montreal?

Everything about the Dylan Larkin situation in Detroit has been strange, and that was no different on Saturday night when the Red Wings were at the Bell Centre to battle the rival Montreal Canadiens.

Simon Edvinsson News / The Hockey Writers / October 11

Suggested Trade Sees Predators Land Red Wings’ Simon Edvinsson

Detroit Red Wings’ Simon Edvinsson has been the center of a lot of conversations lately, as he remains without a contract with the 2026-27 season well underway.

Detroit Red Wings News / Viral Sports News / October 11

Detroit Red Wings Pursuing Sudden Trade for All-Star Forward

The Detroit Red Wings’ early-season scoring drought has quietly put them in the market for proven offense, and unrestricted free agent Patrik Laine has drawn internal consideration as a potential short-term answer.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Daniil Tarasov News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / October 10

Red Wings Badly need Daniil Tarasov to Step Up vs Canadiens

The Detroit Red Wings had bad fortune Friday night against the Seattle Kraken in their 6-3 loss on home ice. The Red Wings ended up starting John Gibson but pulled him mid-game in the second period Gibson ended up allowing five goals on 15 shots faced and even allowed four goals in a span of 9:26 in the second period.

Viktor Arvidsson News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / October 10

Viktor Arvidsson Bright Spot for Red Wings Despite Slow Start to Season

The Detroit Red Wings have had a sluggish start to the year, as they have won only one of their first four games and have been outscored 14-10. But despite the losing record and everything that has gone on with Dylan Larkin and Simon Edvinsson, there has been something to smile about.

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Simon Edvinsson News / Inside The Rink / October 10

What Could the Red Wings Get in Return for Simon Edvinsson

I’ve done my best to not humour the thought of the Red Wings trading Simon Edvinsson amidst this contract saga. The simplest move is, and has always been, locking down Simon Edvinsson to a long-term deal, and I still believe that’s the right move.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL Rumors / October 12

What direction are the Detroit Red Wings going to go in?

Daily Faceoff: Dylan Larkin wants out, and Simon Edvinsson isn’t happy with where things are. They’ve got veteran players in the last year of their deal.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / October 10

Red Wings Fans Renew Calls for Ownership Change After Another Loss

The frustration surrounding the Detroit Red Wings just continues to grow and it doesn't appear there is an end in sight. Fans at Little Caesars Arena once again broke into chants of "Sell the team!" on Friday evening when the Red Wings were seemingly unraveling against the Seattle Kraken.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / October 9

Are the Larkin, Hellebuyck situations the most awkward in NHL history?

If you’re a follower of the NBA of NFL, players ‘holding out’ for either a trade or a new contract is nothing new. In the NHL, though, it hasn’t been as commonplace to see players use their leverage to induce a desired outcome.

Justin Faulk News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / October 9

Red Wings Enjoying Justin Faulk’s Immediate Impact

Defenseman Justin Faulk of the Detroit Red Wings is projected to have quite the season for Detroit. This is based upon facts. Most recently, the blueliner earned his coveted 500th NHL point on Oct.

Detroit Red Wings News / Inside The Rink / October 9

Red Wings Dissonance Between Team and Fans May Be Beneficial

The win against the Senators last night was a lot of things for the Red Wings. Obviously (and maybe least importantly), it was Detroit’s first win of the 2026-27 season, and that alone is something worth celebrating.

Chase Stillman News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 8

Red Wings Place Chase Stillman On Waivers

Detroit Red Wings forward Chase Stillman has recovered from his preseason injury. Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported that the Red Wings have placed Stillman on waivers, indicating he’s healthy to begin his season with the AHL’s Grand Rapids Griffins.

Jacob Bernard-Docker News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 8

Red Wings Activate Jacob Bernard-Docker

According to a team announcement, the Detroit Red Wings have activated defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker from the injured reserve. In a corresponding roster move, Detroit has placed forward J.T.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / October 8

Kraken' Ryan Lindgren lands on IR after getting hit hard 15 seconds into game

Some tough news for one of the tougher blueliners in the NHL.

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Dylan Larkin News / Yardbarker / October 6

Dylan Larkin's season debut helps shift mood in Red Wings' win

With the cloud of Dylan Larkin's trade request still looming over the Detroit Red Wings, the former captain showed his true worth in his 2026-27 season debut.

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Macklin Celebrini, Linus Ullmark injuries very impactful for their teams

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Detroit Red Wings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 6

Red Wings Announce Multiple Roster Moves

Seeking their first win of the 2026-27 season, the Detroit Red Wings announced several roster moves ahead of tonight’s contest against the Ottawa Senators.

NHL News / Yardbarker / September 30

Penguins captain Sidney Crosby breaks Steve Yzerman's record

Penguins captain Sidney Crosby breaks Steve Yzerman's NHL record

Making history just by setting foot on the ice on Wednesday night, Sidney Crosby captained the Pittsburgh Penguins to a win in their season-opening game in Philadelphia.

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