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Red Wings Recall Michal Postava

The Red Wings announced Thursday that they’ve recalled goaltender <a href="/nhl/players/michal_postava/928004">Michal Postava</a> from AHL Grand Rapids under emergency conditions. He is expected to back up <a href="/nhl/players/john_gibson/145024">John Gibson</a> tomorrow against the Sabres after head coach <a href="/nhl/players/todd_mclellan/137666">Todd McLellan</a> ruled <a href="/nhl/players/cam_talbot/590348">Cam Talbot</a> out earlier today due to a minor tweak (via Helene St.

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Playoff Watch: Projecting the Red Wings' postseason chances

Detroit is running out of time to climb back into a playoff spot. Plus, full postseason bracket projections.

Detroit Red Wings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 26

Red Wings Reassign Sheldon Dries

The Red Wings announced Thursday that they’ve reassigned center Sheldon Dries to AHL Grand Rapids. He was the odd man out when captain Dylan Larkin made his return to the lineup against the Senators on Tuesday, ending the emergency conditions he was summoned under earlier this month.

Cam Talbot News / Daily Faceoff / March 26

Red Wings’ Cam Talbot out day-to-day with injury

Some injury troubles between the pipes in Hockeytown. When speaking to the media on Thursday, Detroit Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan revealed that goaltender Cam Talbot “tweaked something” and is considered day-to-day.

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The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players responsible for the best receiving season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Jacob Bernard-Docker News / Daily Faceoff / March 25

Red Wings sign Jacob Bernard-Docker to two-year extension

The Detroit Red Wings have agreed to terms on a two-year contract extension with defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker, the club announced Wednesday evening.

Jacob Bernard-Docker News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 25

Red Wings Extend Jacob Bernard-Docker

The Detroit Red Wings announced that they’ve signed defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker to a two-year, $3.2MM ($1.6MM AAV) contract extension. The contract will run through the 2027-28 NHL season, and Bernard-Docker will become an unrestricted free agent upon expiry.

Steve Yzerman News / Yardbarker / March 25

Steve Yzerman's time should be up if Red Wings miss playoffs again

Yzerman has yet to build a postseason team since making his then-triumphant return in April 2019.

Oilers HC Kris Knoblauch may be on the hot seat in Edmonton

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Six NHLers playing underrated defensive hockey in 2025-26

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NHL News / Inside The Rink / March 25

The Red Wings Simply Aren’t Good Enough

It’s been a while since I’ve written a piece. Actually, this is the longest I’ve gone without making a new write-up ever, even going back to my Reddit posting days.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 25

Mammoth sign Michael Hrabal to entry-level contract

A talented collegiate goaltender is set to join the pro ranks. On Wednesday, the Utah Mammoth announced that the team has signed goaltender Michael Hrabal to a three-year, entry-level contract.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / March 25

Red Wings’ 3 Biggest Games Left in 2026-26 Season

It’s a late season cliché, but every point matters at this point in the NHL season. The Eastern Conference specifically is ultra-competitive this season as the playoff cutoff appears to be 100 points compared to 87 in the Western Conference.

Dylan Larkin News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 25

Red Wings’ Dylan Larkin vents frustration after Senators loss amid playoff race

The Detroit Red Wings are not doing themselves any favors of late, as they have dropped their last two games, including Tuesday night’s 3-2 loss at the hands of the Ottawa Senators at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit.

Dylan Larkin News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 24

Red Wings’ Dylan Larkin returns from injury ahead of massive Senators clash

The Detroit Red Wings struggled with their captain, Dylan Larkin, out of the lineup with an injury. The Red Wings, who once had a secure spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs and were competing for the top spot in the Atlantic Division, are on the outside looking in as they face the Ottawa Senators in a massive game on Tuesday night.

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Detroit Red Wings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 24

Red Wings Reassign Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, Dylan Larkin To Return

The Red Wings announced that they’ve reassigned rookie winger Michael Brandsegg-Nygard to AHL Grand Rapids. That means his emergency conditions have been removed, meaning that captain Dylan Larkin should be expected to return to the lineup tonight against the Senators.

Detroit Red Wings News / Breakaway on SI / March 24

Red Wings Face Crucial Stretch in Playoff Push

The Detroit Red Wings haven’t made the Stanley Cup Playoffs in a decade, and it appeared as if this season was going to be the one when that drought finally came to an end.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 24

NHL Predictions: Detroit Red Wings vs Ottawa Senators, March 24th

Regardless of how 2025-26 turns out for the Ottawa Senators, or the Detroit Red Wings for that matter, tonight’s matchup is one of the most important on their respective schedules.

Dylan Larkin News / Field Level Media / March 24

Red Wings optimistic Dylan Larkin will return to face Senators

The Detroit Red Wings could have their team captain back in action when they host the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday. Dylan Larkin, who missed the past seven games due to a lower-body injury, participated in practice on Monday and is considered a game-time decision.

Detroit Red Wings News / Daily Faceoff / March 23

What has gone wrong for the Detroit Red Wings?

Don’t look now, but the Detroit Red Wings appear to be in another free fall. They were so strong to start the season, and had a solid hold on a playoff spot all season.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / March 22

Red Wings’ Remarkably Healthy Season Is Catching Up to Them

Every NHL season comes with its ups and downs, with one of the most reliable downs being injuries. You can’t really complain about injuries since every team deals with them every year.

Patrick Kane News / Last Word On Sports / March 21

Patrick Kane is Proving He Belongs With the Detroit Red Wings for Another Season

Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane is defying age, playing a pivotal role in their recent win over the Calgary Flames with two goals and an assist in Thursday’s win over the Montreal Canadiens.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / March 20

Red Wings Should Extend Alex DeBrincat Sooner Rather Than Later

To this point in the Red Wings’ rebuild under general manager Steve Yzerman, most of his signature additions to Detroit’s roster have been through the draft.

Alex Debrincat News / Field Level Media / March 19

Alex DeBrincat all the Red Wings need to take down Canadiens

Alex DeBrincat scored the go-ahead goal and assisted on Detroit's two other goals as the host Red Wings notched a 3-1 victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday.

David Perron News / Last Word On Sports / March 16

Detroit Red Wings Trade Acquisition David Perron Returned at Pivotal Time

Detroit Red Wings trade deadline acquisition David Perron‘s return gives them a much-needed boost as the down-the-stretch phase continues. His surprise

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL Trade Talk / March 14

Detroit’s Deadline Gamble at Center Is Being Tested

The Detroit Red Wings are facing a serious problem at the worst possible time of the season. With March being an important month for the team to cement their spot in the playoffs, injuries have hit, and their inaction at the trade deadline appears to be coming back to haunt them.

Detroit Red Wings News / Field Level Media / March 12

Red Wings' Dylan Larkin, Andrew Copp out at least 2 weeks

Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin and fellow forward Andrew Copp will be sidelined at least two weeks due to their respective leg injuries, head coach Todd McLellan announced Thursday.