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Detroit Red Wings News / Daily Faceoff / August 5
Report: Red Wings hire search firm to find next general manager
Hockeytown is using an outside source to find the new person to run their hockey operations department. According to Helene St. James of the Detroit Free Press, Detroit Red Wings owner and CEO Chris Ilitch has hired a firm to help look for their new general manager.
Steve Yzerman News / Stadium Rant / August 5
Yzerman’s 7 Years Of Failure With The Red Wings
With Steve Yzerman’s time as GM coming to an end in Detroit, Red Wings fans have a right to be angry with the results, or lack thereof, during his tenure.
Detroit Red Wings News / NHL Rumors / August 4
Can Dylan Larkin Remain With the Detroit Red Wings Next Season?
The Sheet with Jeff Marek: Max Bultman, when asked if there a path for Dylan Larkin to remain with the Detroit Red Wings. They would need to be competitive, and have they done enough?
The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz
How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"
Alex Debrincat News / The Hockey Writers / August 2
Trending or Ending: Alex DeBrincat Is Leaving the Red Wings?
The Detroit Red Wings’ offseason has already delivered one seismic departure, with Steve Yzerman no longer the general manager. The team is also likely to trade captain Dylan Larkin, who requested a trade, in part because of his relationship with Yzerman and the forward’s impatience over the team’s lack of success.
The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000
The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.
Dylan Larkin News / NHL Rumors / August 2
NHL Rumors: Could Dylan Larkin Start the Season with the Detroit Red Wings?
It has been an eventful offseason for the Detroit Red Wings. First, there was the Dylan Larkin trade request ahead of Game 2 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final back on June 4th.
Detroit Red Wings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 1
What Will The Red Wings’ Next GM Inherit?
With former general manager Steve Yzerman no longer at the helm, the Detroit Red Wings have begun searching for their next GM. Yzerman’s legacy in Detroit as a player is legendary, but his tenure in office is murky.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 31
Penguins Prospect Zam Plante Is Entering a Decision Season
Zam Plante produced one of the strongest offensive seasons in the Pittsburgh Penguins’ prospect pool, but the next step in his development remains less certain than the numbers suggest.
Alexandre Doucet News / Inside The Rink / July 31
AHL: Alexandre Doucet Signs Overseas
This afternoon, it was announced that forward Alexandre Doucet was signing to play with Assat in Liiga. Doucet appeared in 52 games for the Grand Rapids Griffins last season, recording 14 points on eight goals and six assists.
Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / July 30
Red Wings’ Worst-Case Scenarios for the 2026-27 Season
As the Detroit Red Wings continue to navigate an offseason full of questions and turmoil, the organization will be entering a pivotal 2026-27 season. There
NHL News / Yardbarker / July 29
Patrick Kane's Blackhawks return must be more than a homecoming story
Patrick Kane is back where his NHL career began, and nobody needs to pretend the reunion is anything short of fascinating.
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.
Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / July 29
Ken Holland & Steve Yzerman Both Responsible for Red Wings’ Current Problems
In the wake of Steve Yzerman stepping down as Detroit Red Wings general manager (GM) after seven seasons, there were a handful of people who came to his defense despite never once making the playoffs.
Alex Debrincat News / NHL Trade Talk / July 29
DeBrincat Trade Rumors Not as Red Hot as People Think
While the Detroit Red Wings appear to be anything but stable, that’s not a clear indication that everyone is being traded, including star forward Alex DeBrincat.
Carter Gylander News / Daily Faceoff / July 29
Red Wings sign Carter Gylander to one-year contract
A solid minor-league backstop is sticking around the Midwest for another year. On Tuesday, the Detroit Red Wings announced that the team has signed goaltender to a one-year, two-way contract.
Carter Gylander News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 28
Red Wings Re-Sign Carter Gylander
The Detroit Red Wings shared this evening that goaltender Carter Gylander has agreed to terms on a one-year, two-way contract. The 25-year-old had been a restricted free agent.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 29
Kane pitches Toews return to Blackhawks, Toews with surprise response
Patrick Kane isn’t just back in a Blackhawks sweater himself — he’s apparently working to bring his old running mate along for the ride. Appearing on Pardon My Take this week, Kane revealed he’s been quietly campaigning for Jonathan Toews to come out of retirement and play one more season in Chicago.
Michael Hutchinson News / Daily Faceoff / July 27
Michael Hutchinson retires from NHL after 15-year pro career
Hutch is hanging up his skates. On Monday, the Winnipeg Jets announced that goaltender Michael Hutchinson is retiring from the NHL. The Barrie, Ontario
Michael Hutchinson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 27
Michael Hutchinson Announces Retirement
According to an announcement from the Winnipeg Jets, goaltender Michael Hutchinson has hung up his skates. Hutchinson spent 11 years in the NHL with the Jets, Florida Panthers, Toronto Maple Leafs, Colorado Avalanche, Columbus Blue Jackets, and Detroit Red Wings.
Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / July 27
3 Players Who Could Surprisingly Make the Red Wings’ Opening Night Roster
There has been a lot of drama surrounding the Detroit Red Wings this offseason, including the sudden news of Steve Yzerman stepping away from the role of General Manager, as well as the Dylan Larkin trade request, but they seem poised to try and make a push for a playoff spot this season.
Steve Yzerman News / The Hockey Writers / July 27
The eight worst draft picks of the Yzerman era
With the announcement of Steve Yzerman stepping down as General Manager of the Detroit Red Wings last week, the “Yzerplan” Era of Red Wings hockey has come to a close.
NHL News / Yardbarker / July 24
Patrick Kane's exit makes Dylan Larkin's Red Wings problem even worse
Patrick Kane is going home. Dylan Larkin would still prefer to leave his.
NHL News / Yardbarker / July 23
Blackhawks reunite with Patrick Kane on two-year deal, fulfilling Connor Bedard's wish
Chicago selected Kane with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2007 NHL Draft, and he more than lived up to the hype, becoming one of the best players in franchise history.
Detroit Red Wings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 22
Red Wings’ biggest mistake so far in 2026 NHL free agency
The Detroit Red Wings cannot seem to escape the headlines this summer. First, captain Dylan Larkin requested a trade from the team. That situation has continued to linger throughout the summer with no apparent resolution.
NHL News / Yardbarker / July 20
Connor Bedard wants Patrick Kane back with the Blackhawks
Following Connor Bedard's five-year contract extension, the young NHL star has made it public that he wants Patrick Kane to sign with the Chicago Blackhawks.
Steve Yzerman News / Yardbarker / July 15
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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