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Red Wings Draft J.P. Hurlbert 23rd Overall

Red Wings Draft J.P. Hurlbert 23rd Overall

With the 23rd pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, the Detroit Red Wings have selected J.P. Hurlbert from the Kamloops Blazers of the Western Hockey League (WHL).

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 26
Red Wings rumors: The star forward not named Dylan Larkin generating trade interest

Red Wings rumors: The star forward not named Dylan Larkin generating trade interest

The Detroit Red Wings have missed the playoffs in 10 consecutive seasons, and it could cost them their captain. Dylan Larkin has requested a trade, but David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period reports he isn’t the only forward from Detroit on the market.

Amadeus Lombardi News / The Hockey Writers / June 25
Devils Acquire Amadeus Lombardi From Red Wings in Exchange for Fourth-Round Pick

Devils Acquire Amadeus Lombardi From Red Wings in Exchange for Fourth-Round Pick

On Thursday evening (June 25), the New Jersey Devils announced another trade. The team acquired Amadeus Lombardi from the Detroit Red Wings in exchange for their fourth-round pick (108th overall) in the 2026 NHL Draft.

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The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

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Amadeus Lombardi News / Daily Faceoff / June 25
Devils acquire Amadeus Lombardi from Red Wings for pick

Devils acquire Amadeus Lombardi from Red Wings for pick

The New Jersey Devils announced on Thursday that they have acquired center Amadeus Lombardi in a trade with the Detroit Red Wings in exchange for their fourth-round pick in this weekend’s 2026 NHL Draft.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

William Wallinder News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 25
Detroit Red Wings Extend William Wallinder

Detroit Red Wings Extend William Wallinder

The Detroit Red Wings have signed defensive prospect William Wallinder to a two-year, two-way contract extension through the 2027-28 campaign. According to PuckPedia, it’s a two-year, $1.75MM ($875K AAV) agreement, paying Wallinder an NHL salary of $850K in year one, and $900K in year two.

William Wallinder News / Daily Faceoff / June 25
Red Wings sign William Wallinder to two-year extension

Red Wings sign William Wallinder to two-year extension

A defensive prospect is staying in Michigan for a little while longer. On Thursday, the Detroit Red Wings announced that the team has signed defenseman William Wallinder to a two-year, two-way contract extension.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 24
Connor McDavid sounds desperate in support of Mike Babcock hiring

Connor McDavid sounds incredibly desperate in support of Oilers hiring Mike Babcock

The Edmonton Oilers are facing intense scrutiny for their decision to hire Mike Babcock for their head-coaching role given all of the baggage he brings with him.

Jordan Kyrou, Alex Tuch moves say a lot about how Capitals see themselves
Have the Senators found their replacement for Brady Tkachuk?
Sabres sign 21-year-old forward to a seven-year, $52.5M extension
Gavin McKenna excited to potentially play with Leafs' Auston Matthews
Morgan Rielly's agent submits trade list for Maple Leafs defenseman
Detroit Red Wings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 23
Red Wings rumors: The ‘ideal trade partner’ for Dylan Larkin, per Detroit insider

Red Wings rumors: The ‘ideal trade partner’ for Dylan Larkin, per Detroit insider

Detroit Red Wings fans were stunned when star Dylan Larkin announced he would like to leave the team. Larkin has spent many years in Detroit, but the team hasn’t been able to win with great success.

Dylan Larkin News / NHL Trade Talk / June 23
The Larkin Trade: Red Wings Not Expected to Make Same Mistake Senators Made

The Larkin Trade: Red Wings Not Expected to Make Same Mistake Senators Made

With the Brady Tkachuk blockbuster now complete, attention around the NHL trade market is quickly shifting to another high-profile captain: Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 22
Five major storylines to watch leading up to 2026 NHL Draft

Five major storylines to watch leading up to 2026 NHL Draft

The 2026 NHL Draft this weekend will mark the potential for some of the biggest offseason business the league conducts each year.

Five players Maple Leafs should target with second-round pick
Rangers give G Dylan Garand two-year extension
Oilers reward veteran player with familiar name with long-term deal
The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz
Dylan Larkin News / The Hockey Writers / June 22
Red Wings 2026 Draft Guide: Top 50 Targets, Larkin Impact & More

Red Wings 2026 Draft Guide: Top 50 Targets, Larkin Impact & More

Heading into the 2026 NHL Draft, the Detroit Red Wings’ amateur scouting team will have their work cut out for them. Detroit’s first-round pick now belongs to the St.

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 20
Three Eastern Conference teams in need of major trades this offseason

Three Eastern Conference teams in need of major trades this offseason

The offseason is officially under way, with the NHL Draft around the corner and trades starting to go down. 

What do the Senators do with their blueline next season?
The 'Highest paid NHL players in 2024-25' quiz
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / June 18
Red Wings want him back, but Patrick Kane has other plans

Red Wings want him back, but Patrick Kane has other plans

The Detroit Red Wings are more than interested in re-signing Patrick Kane, but the veteran winger remains undecided. 

NHL clears Mike Babcock to return to coaching, but it's still a bad idea for Oilers
Golden Knights announce new head coach just days after Stanley Cup loss
Grading NHL's recent head-coaching moves: Maple Leafs go off the board
Maple Leafs expected to target Darren Raddysh in free agency
Bruins set to retire franchise legend's jersey number
Sabres pull off trade to move up in 2026 NHL Draft after magical season
Considerable interest in Matthew Knies; who else are Leafs listening on?
Patrick Kane News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 18
Patrick Kane will play at least 1 more season, but will it be with Red Wings?

Patrick Kane will play at least 1 more season, but will it be with Red Wings?

Patrick Kane just completed his 19th season in the NHL, playing for the Detroit Red Wings. Now, Kane is a free agent, and at 37 years old, he has to make a decision about his future.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL Rumors / June 16
The Detroit Red Wings Could Tempt Teams with their Depth of Prospects

The Detroit Red Wings Could Tempt Teams with their Depth of Prospects

Daily Faceoff: Max Bultman on if the Detroit Red Wings have some prospects they could look at moving to help improve their roster for next season. Tyler Yaremchuk: “Who do you think are the young pieces that he would be willing to dangle in a deal?” Bultman: “I look at places where they kind of have duplicate prospects.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 16
NHL Rumors: Players from other teams have concerns if Mike Babcock ends up in Edmonton; Golden Knights aren't afraid to make bold moves

NHL Rumors: Players from other teams have concerns if Mike Babcock ends up in Edmonton; Golden Knights aren't afraid to make bold moves

Jason Gregor: A text from an NHL player agent when asked about the Edmonton Oilers coaching position, and Mike Babcock: “The opportunity to play with McDavid or Draisaitl is diminished with the potential to be coached by Babcock.

Detroit Red Wings News / Inside The Rink / June 16
What Would Red Wings Players Theme Songs Be?

What Would Red Wings Players Theme Songs Be?

The Red Wings aren’t exactly what I would call a “feel-good” team right now. With the NHL’s longest playoff drought and a stacked division to go up against, Detroit is yet again facing an offseason where they have a lot of work to do and few resources to do it.

Detroit Red Wings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 2
Free Agent Focus: Detroit Red Wings

Free Agent Focus: Detroit Red Wings

Free agency is just over a month away, and teams are looking ahead to when it opens. Even with the UFA crop being thinned out in recent months, there will be some quality veterans set to hit the open market in July, while many teams also have key restricted free agents to re-sign.

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