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NHL Rumors: Red Wings Remove Yzerman, Mantha Signs, Gauthier’s Ask

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Detroit Red Wings have made a major front-office change, the New Jersey Devils are betting two years on a risky free-agent scorer, and contract chatter is heating up as Cutter Gauthier has reportedly told the Anaheim Ducks what he wants.

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Red Wings legend Steve Yzerman ends tenure as GM

Franchise legend Steve Yzerman's tenure as general manager of the Detroit Red Wings ended abruptly on Wednesday. The team announced Yzerman is transitioning from GM and executive vice president into a new role as a senior advisor to governor and CEO Chris Ilitch.

Detroit Red Wings News / Yardbarker / July 15

Yzerman stepping down as GM marks needed change for Red Wings

Three-time Stanley Cup champion Steve Yzerman stepping down as GM marks needed leadership change for Red Wings

Former center/forward Steve Yzerman won three Stanley Cups in 22 seasons with the Detroit Red Wings (1983-2006), but he wasn't cut out to salvage hockey in Motown.

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Steve Yzerman News / NHL Trade Talk / July 15

Yzerman Out as Red Wings GM; Search for Successor Begins

The Detroit Red Wings announced Wednesday that Steve Yzerman is stepping away from his role as Executive Vice President and General Manager, transitioning instead into a senior advisor position under Governor and CEO Chris Ilitch.

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The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

Steve Yzerman News / Daily Faceoff / July 15

Red Wings’ Steve Yzerman steps down as vice-president and GM

A massive shift in leadership in Hockeytown. On Wednesday, the Detroit Red Wings announced that Steve Yzerman is stepping down as the organization’s executive vice president and general manager.

Steve Yzerman News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 15

Steve Yzerman To Transition Out Of Red Wings GM Position

After seven years in the position, Steve Yzerman is set to transition out of the Detroit Red Wings’ general manager role. He will move into a senior advisor role under Governor and CEO Chris Illitch while the Red Wings seek a new name to fill Yzerman’s previous Executive Vice President and GM roles.

Patrick Kane News / The Hockey Writers / July 14

3 Free Agency Fits for Patrick Kane

One of the key free agents left on the open market this summer is one of the greatest players to ever play the game, Patrick Kane. He is coming off a tenure with the Detroit Red Wings, and while he may return there, it seems more likely that he is going to be joining a new team.

Detroit Red Wings News / Athlon Sports / July 14

New Red Wings' Dylan Larkin Scenario Floated After Expanded Trade List

Dylan Larkin’s trade request remains unresolved more than a month after it became public. The Detroit Red Wings captain controls the process through the full no-movement clause in his eight-year, $69.6 million contract.

Detroit Red Wings News / Daily Faceoff / July 13

Red Wings sign Ronnie Attard to one-year contract

A native of the Mitten is returning home. On Monday, the Detroit Red Wings signed defenseman Ronnie Attard to a one-year, two-way contract. According to PuckPedia, the deal carries an NHL cap hit of $850,000 and a minor-league salary of $300,000.

Detroit Red Wings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 13

Detroit Red Wings Sign Ronnie Attard

The Detroit Red Wings have announced the signing of defenseman Ronnie Attard to a one-year, two-way deal. The financial terms of the contract were not disclosed, but PuckPedia reports the deal carries a league-minimum $850K NHL salary and a $300K AHL salary.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / July 13

NHL Rumors: A New York Islanders mailbag of what the offseason and deadline might bring

NHL Watcher: Chris Johnston on Detroit Red Wings Dylan Larkin adding the Dallas Stars to his list of teams he’d waive his no-trade clause for: “It might

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 13

Red Wings’ perfect trade target after 2026 NHL Free Agency

The Detroit Red Wings have not traded Dylan Larkin despite his trade request. Larkin made it known that he wants out after another late-season collapse in Detroit.

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Dylan Larkin News / NHL Trade Talk / July 12

Lucky 7: Which Team Will Get Dylan Larkin In Trade With Red Wings?

The Dylan Larkin trade watch continues, with no real movement or progress to speak of. Larkin wants to go, and the Red Wings are open to moving him. However, they’re working to find a deal that satisfies both the front office and their star center’s list of preferred destinations.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / July 13

NHL Rumors: Detroit Red Wings, Philadelphia Flyers, and the Top Remaining UFAs

Red Wings Prospects: (video clip of Jeff Marek on The Sheet with Jeff Marek) The offer sheet threat on Simon Edvinsson is real. “I do think the threat of an offer sheet for c, by the way, is quite real.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / July 12

Red Wings Prospect Rankings: 2026 Offseason Update

The Detroit Red Wings’ NHL roster remains surrounded by uncertainty after Dylan Larkin’s trade request, but one area of the organization continues to trend in the right direction is its prospect pipeline.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 11

Red Wings’ Viktor Arvidsson gets real on Todd McLellan connection after signing

The Detroit Red Wings signed veteran forward Viktor Arvidsson in NHL Free Agency this summer. Arvidsson fills a lot of holes for Detroit, mainly through his offensive production during 5v5 play.

Detroit Red Wings News / Inside The Rink / July 10

Detroit Red Wings Goalie Prospect Joins Harvard University

Detroit Red Wings goalie prospect Rudy Guimond is joining the Harvard University Crimson this upcoming season. The 6’4” 187 lbs goalie appeared in 50 games with the Moncton Wildcats in the QMJHL.

Dylan Larkin News / Athlon Sports / July 10

Dylan Larkin's Trade List Expands Amid Red Wings Stalemate

Dylan Larkin’s trade request has not produced much movement for the Detroit Red Wings for more than a month since he informed the organization. The Red Wings captain requested a trade at the start of June, but the full no-trade clause included in his eight-year, $69.6 million contract has limited Detroit’s options.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 9

Hurricanes owner facing harsh criticism for Stanley Cup decision

Being a billionaire affords you the opportunity to do a lot of things. They're just not always the right things.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 9

Red Wings’ Larkin Reportedly Expands Trade List to Include Dallas Stars

NHL fans league-wide were caught off guard by a trade request from Dylan Larkin earlier this offseason, and it seemed as though the two sides were heading towards a breakup.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 9

Report: Red Wings' Dylan Larkin expands trade list by one team

Larkin has been part of the Red Wings organization since he was taken by the team with the 15th overall pick in the 2014 NHL Draft.

Red Wings can't trade Dylan Larkin under current conditions

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Dylan Larkin News / NHL Trade Talk / July 9

Larkin Expands Trade List By One, Red Wings Long-Shot Ask Quickly Shot Down

Dylan Larkin has expanded the list of teams he’d accept a trade to, adding the Dallas Stars alongside his original three: Florida, Minnesota, and Vegas, according to MLive’s Ansar Khan.

Dylan Larkin News / Yardbarker / July 8

Red Wings can't trade Dylan Larkin under current conditions

Larkin wants out of Detroit, but he's doing little to make his desire a reality.

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Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / July 7

Red Wings 2026-27 Lineup Projection 1.0

The Detroit Red Wings entered the offseason with two clear priorities: improve their five-on-five offense and become a more difficult team to play against.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 3