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Gustafsson, Hamonic may be on the move as younger players overtake them in Detroit

With the emergence of Axel Sandin-Pellikka, Simon Edvinsson and Albert Johansson, the Detroit Red Wings have a crowded blue line. It’s a refreshing sight for Red Wings fans, who after Wednesday’s 4-1 win over the defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers are now 3-1-0 through their first four games of the season.

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Should the Red Wings already be worried about John Gibson?

The Detroit Red Wings took a major swing in the off-season to try to fix a longstanding issue between the pipes by acquiring veteran John Gibson from the Anaheim Ducks.

Detroit Red Wings News / Breakaway on SI / October 16

Red Wings Showing Early Signs of Progress

The Detroit Red Wings defeated the Florida Panthers at home by a final score of 4-1, giving the Wings their third straight victory. After losing a stinker of a game against the Montreal Canadiens in their season opener, they are showing some early signs of progress.

Detroit Red Wings News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Red Wings Exploring Trades for Two Veterans Amid Roster Concerns

The Detroit Red Wings’ blue line may soon look different, or at the very least, a bit thinner. The Fourth Period's David Pagnotta reported that the team is exploring ways to clear a growing defensive logjam.

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Detroit Red Wings News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman Breaks Silence on Relationship with Dylan Larkin

The Detroit Red Wings missing the postseason for the ninth consecutive season left visible frustration in the locker room. For the first time since friction between general manager Steve Yzerman and team captain Dylan Larkin surfaced, Yzerman has publicly addressed his relationship with his player.

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Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / October 16

Cam Talbot Emerging as the Red Wings’ Early-Season Starter Over John Gibson

Detroit made headlines this offseason by trading for veteran goaltender John Gibson from the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for Petr Mrazek and two draft picks.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 16

1 trade overreaction Red Wings must make early in NHL season

The Detroit Red Wings made a few moves in NHL Free Agency this offseason. Travis Hamonic, James van Riemsdyk, and Mason Appleton were among the names to sign as free agents.

Mason Appleton News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 15

Red Wings’ Mason Appleton reveals ‘simple recipe’ after 2-goal game

The Detroit Red Wings were humbled in their opening game against the Montreal Canadiens. Since then, however, they have found their stride. After two straight wins over the Toronto Maple Leafs, they took on the two-time defending champion Florida Panthers on Wednesday night.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 15

Red Wings Push Win Streak to 3 in 4-1 Win Over the Panthers

For the first time in the 2025-26 regular season, the Detroit Red Wings and Florida Panthers squared off. The Red Wings entered the game coming off a last-minute victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Monday (Oct.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 15

Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman denies icy relationship with Dylan Larkin

The Detroit Red Wings had a bit of controversy over the summer. Captain Dylan Larkin publicly questioned the front office after the season, saying he wanted to see them do more to improve the team.

Lucas Raymond News / Inside The Rink / October 15

Lucas Raymond Day-to-Day with Upper Body Injury

The Detroit Red Wings seemingly avoided a hit to their lineup as right-winger Lucas Raymond will be day-to-day after being injured during a recent game against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Todd McLellan News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 15

The Red Wings player ‘evolving in front of our eyes,’ per Todd McLellan

The Detroit Red Wings are off to a decent if unspectacular start to the 2025-26 season, losing to the Montreal Canadiens on home ice before defeating the Toronto Maple Leafs in back-to-back games to improve to 2-1.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 15

Red Wings Welcome Panthers for Early Season Test

The Detroit Red Wings, coming off a 3-2 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Oct. 13, return home for a matchup against the two-time defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers on Wednesday.

Lucas Raymond News / Daily Faceoff / October 15

Red Wings’ Lucas Raymond out day-to-day with upper-body injury

A key part of the lineup in Hockeytown is out of action. When speaking to the media, Detroit Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan revealed that forward Lucas Raymond will not be in the lineup when the team hosts the Florida Panthers on Wednesday night and is considered day-to-day.

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Moritz Seider News / Daily Faceoff / October 15

Red Wings’ Moritz Seider thriving in one of the NHL’s toughest roles

TORONTO – Moritz Seider’s first few seasons in the NHL have been a trial by fire. The Detroit Red Wings defenseman took the hockey world by storm in his rookie season in 2021-22, scoring seven goals and dishing out 43 assists for 50 points in 82 games.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 14

Red Wings carry winning streak into matchup vs. reigning Panthers

Free-agent additions Mason Appleton and James van Riemsdyk made a big impact in the Detroit Red Wings' last game. The duo will look to continue that success when Detroit hosts the two-time defending champion Florida Panthers on Wednesday night.

Todd McLellan News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 14

Todd McLellan’s harsh admission despite 2nd straight Red Wings win vs. Leafs

The Detroit Red Wings earned a second straight big win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Monday afternoon, utilizing a Mason Appleton game-winner with under a minute left in regulation to secure a 3-2 victory at Scotiabank Arena.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / October 14

Red Wings Notebook: Early Observations on Sandin-Pellikka, Special Teams & More

Through the first weekend of the 2025-26 season, the Detroit Red Wings are 2-1-0. Each of their three games had its own distinct flavor, too. Detroit opened the season by laying an egg against the Montreal Canadiens, losing 5-1.

NHL News / Stadium Rant / October 14

Maple Leafs Outwork Red Wings But Still Lose 3-2 At Home

After losing to the Detroit Red Wings on the road, the Toronto Maple Leafs had the opportunity to earn payback at home on Monday. Could the Leafs rebound from being outshot and outscored 6-3?

Detroit Red Wings News / Field Level Media / October 13

NHL roundup: Red Wings earn last-minute win over Leafs

Mason Appleton scored with 45 seconds remaining to give the visiting Detroit Red Wings their second win over the Toronto Maple Leafs in three days, 3-2 on Monday afternoon.

Mason Appleton News / Field Level Media / October 13

Mason Appleton scores in final minute; Red Wings top Leafs again

Mason Appleton scored with 45 seconds remaining to give visiting Detroit its second win over Toronto in three days, 3-2, on Monday afternoon. Appleton, who was signed as a free agent to a two-year deal this offseason, recorded his first Red Wings' goal.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL Trade Talk / October 13

Red Wings provide update on Lucas Raymond’s injury

Raymond left Monday’s game for the Detroit Red Wings with an apparent injury.

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James van Riemsdyk News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 11

Red Wings activate veteran winger

The Red Wings announced Saturday that they’ve activated winger James van Riemsdyk from the non-roster list and assigned defenseman Erik Gustafsson to AHL Grand Rapids to open a spot on the active roster.

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