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Why the Yzerplan failed in Detroit — and where the Red Wings go from here

After spending seven seasons in control of the hockey operations side of the Detroit Red Wings, Steve Yzerman’s tenure as the club’s GM and executive vice president came to an abrupt end on Wednesday morning.

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NHL Insider Friedman Reveals Red Wings’ Two-Pronged Approach to Management Search

Now that the Steve Yzerman era is officially over, it’s time for the Motor City to start looking for a new reliable head to pump up the executive duties.

Detroit Red Wings News / Inside The Rink / July 16

Detroit Red Wings Release First Ever 84-Game Schedule

The Detroit Red Wings released their 2026-27 regular season schedule. It’s the first time ever that there will be 84 games played in a season. They will open the season with four games at home, and seven of their first eight games will be at home.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / July 16

NHL Rumors: Kane’s Two Teams, Savoie Talk, Root of Larkin’s Rift

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Detroit Red Wings are dealing with the fallout of a front-office shakeup and a captain in Dylan Larkin who wants out.

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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?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL Trade Talk / July 16

Who Looks Worse?: The 'Real Reason' Behind Larkin’s Rift With Yzerman

As narratives surface about what caused the rift between Steve Yzerman and Dylan Larkin, it’s difficult to decipher what’s likely accurate and what’s a loose assumption with little to no merit.

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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.

Patrick Kane News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 16

Patrick Kane will sign with 1 of 2 teams, and not the Red Wings

Patrick Kane’s free-agent decision appears to be entering its final stages, and according to NHL legend Chris Chelios, the veteran winger has narrowed his options to two teams.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL Rumors / July 16

The Timing of the Steve Yzerman Announcement in Detroit is Odd

In the midst of a quiet offseason in the National Hockey League, there were waves out of Detroit as it was announced that Steve Yzerman would be stepping down as General Manager of the Red Wings and moving up to be a senior advisor to CEO Chris Ilitch.

NHL News / NHLFanCentral / July 16

Detroit Red Wings linked to Jason Robertson in potential trade

NHL insider Elliotte Friedman has said that the Detroit Red Wings are a potential trade fit for Dallas Stars winger Jason Robertson. But that would happen

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / July 16

New GM Gives Red Wings an Opportunity to Modernize Hockey Operations

After seven years at the helm, Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman stepped down on Wednesday. He’ll remain with the organization as a senior advisor to Chris Ilitch while assisting during the transition to a new front office leader.

Elliotte Friedman News / Athlon Sports / July 16

Elliotte Friedman Names Potential Red Wings GM Job Candidate

The Detroit Red Wings are navigating another offseason without playoff hockey in town for the 10th consecutive season and with major changes underway at the top of the organization.

Steve Yzerman News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 16

3 potential candidates to replace Steve Yzerman as Red Wings GM

The Detroit Red Wings dropped a bombshell on Wednesday, continuing what has been a messy offseason. Steve Yzerman has stepped aside as general manager of the Red Wings.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL Trade Talk / July 15

Can Larkin Come Back to the Red Wings With Yzerman Gone?

Helene St. James, a journalist for the Detroit Red Wings, says it might be too late for Dylan Larkin to walk back the trade ask now that Steve Yzerman is no longer the general manager.

Steve Yzerman News / NHLFanCentral / July 15

Steve Yzerman out as Red Wings GM: What his departure means for Detroit’s future

Steve Yzerman’s time as the Detroit Red Wings’ general manager has come to an unexpected end. The Hockey Hall of Famer is leaving his role as GM and executive vice president, and the team is now looking for new leadership.

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The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

The 'MLB Home Run Derby winners' quiz

The 'MLB All-Star starting pitchers' quiz

The 'NBA blocks champions' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 15

Patrick Kane could be down to two teams, but how much will he help?

Patrick Kane is one of the more prominent NHL free agents still available this summer, and it sounds like he could be choosing between two teams when it comes to his next destination.

Jason Robertson has quietly taken control of the Stars' future

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

Five NHL players in danger of negative regression in 2026-27

Five most intriguing NHL home openers

The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 16

Chelios: Patrick Kane’s decision down to two teams, including one surprise

Patrick Kane’s free agency is reportedly down to two teams: the Chicago Blackhawks and Buffalo Sabers. Blackhawks legend Chris Chelios told 104.3 The Score

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 15

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.

Steve Yzerman News / Field Level Media / July 15

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.

Anthony Mantha leaves Penguins to sign with division rival

Trevor Zegras' new contract with Flyers sign of rising salaries in NHL

Jason Robertson has quietly taken control of the Stars' future

Patrick Kane could be down to two teams, but how much will he help?

Six potentially productive NHL free agents looking for new teams

Five most intriguing NHL home openers

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 / 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: 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.