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Red Wings Made Their Commitment to Alex DeBrincat. Now Comes the Hard Part.

Alex DeBrincat isn't going anywhere and now comes the difficult part. Turning that commitment into something meaningful. On Wednesday, the Red Wings announced DeBrincat had agreed to a seven-year, $91 million contract extension, carrying an average annual value of $13 million.

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NHL Rumors: Patrick Laine, Simon Edvinsson and Dylan Larkin

Jim Parsons: Patrik Laine remains unsigned for some reason. Elliotte Friedman reported the Calgary Flames have had some internal talks. Pierre LeBrun has reported the Flames and Red Wings might consider him.

Dylan Larkin News / Athlon Sports / October 15

Dylan Larkin-Canadiens Trade Situation Gets Update from David Pagnotta, Pierre LeBrun

The Montreal Canadiens appear prepared to move quickly on a Dylan Larkin trade, but the biggest obstacle remains the Detroit Red Wings forward himself.

Simon Edvinsson News / The Hockey Writers / October 15

Red Wings Would Be Foolish to Trade Simon Edvinsson

It’s a do-or-die game, and the Detroit Red Wings are nursing a lead late in the contest. Moritz Seider jumps over the boards to close it out. Who goes with him?

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How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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Detroit Red Wings News / ESPN / October 15

After offseason chaos, the Red Wings have an 'us against the world' mentality

A captain's trade request, a key young player's holdout and a resigned GM. Here's how the Red Wings are holding it all together.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / October 14

Red Wings GM Shawn Horcoff Makes Stance on Simon Edvinsson Drama Clear

The Detroit Red Wings and interim general manager Shawn Horcoff continue to be at a standstill with young defenseman Simon Edvinsson. So much so that Horcoff talked to the media recently and told them his stance on the whole thing, per Brad Galli and other Detroit-area reporters.

Alex Debrincat News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 14

Alex DeBrincat’s ‘immense pride’ message after massive new Red Wings contract

It’s hard to imagine a better Tuesday night than the one Detroit Red Wings forward Alex DeBrincat had. DeBrincat scored two goals in an overtime loss to the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday.

Dylan Larkin News / Daily Faceoff / October 14

Location continues to be the sticking point for a Dylan Larkin trade

As we go further into the 2026-27 season, the question remains: Will the Detroit Red Wings trade Dylan Larkin? Larkin’s name has been in headlines since June, when he was first asked for a trade from the only team he’s ever known.

Simon Edvinsson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 14

Red Wings Have No Interest In Trading Simon Edvinsson

Contract negotiations have dragged out the start of the 2026-27 season for Detroit Red Wings’ defenseman Simon Edvinsson. The 23 year old is looking for the first deal after his entry-level contract, which saw him rise into a top-four role on the Red Wings’ blue line.

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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.

Simon Edvinsson News / Daily Faceoff / October 14

Is Simon Edvinsson’s return to North America a good sign for Red Wings?

There’s hope in Hockeytown, as one of the top young blueliners in the game is back on this side of the pond. Detroit Red Wings defenseman Simon Edvinsson has returned to North America after he went back to Sweden following training camp last month.

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Simon Edvinsson News / NHL Trade Talk / October 14

Tactic or Truth?: Red Wings Reveal Decision on Simon Edvinsson

The Detroit Red Wings are not looking to trade Simon Edvinsson. Despite the lack of a contract extension and trade rumors surrounding the unsigned defenseman, interim GM Shawn Horcoff told the media this week, “I have zero interest in trading Simon Edvinsson.” He adds, “Not something I’m entertaining.

Detroit Red Wings News / Daily Faceoff / October 14

Red Wings have 'zero interest' in trading Simon Edvinsson

Red Wings interim GM Shawn Horcoff says there's 'zero interest' in trading Simon Edvinsson

While Simon Edvinsson is back on this side of the globe, concerns remain about his future with the Detroit Red Wings.

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Alex Debrincat News / Daily Faceoff / October 14

Alex DeBrincat signing comes as a surprise amidst Red Wings chaos

The Detroit Red Wings locked up one of their highly skilled forwards on Tuesday, signing Alex DeBrincat to a seven-year contract extension that will carry a cap hit of $13 million.

Simon Edvinsson News / NHL Rumors / October 14

Simon Edvinsson Heading Back to North American, and Some Potential Landing Spots

TSN: Simon Edvinsson had been training in Sweden since the end of training camp, but he’s heading back to North America to work with a trainer, according to Chris Johnston.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / October 14

The Red Wings Paid One Dollar for a Player Who Helped Them Win Four Stanley Cups

One dollar doesn't buy much these days. Thirty-three years ago, it bought the Detroit Red Wings a future four-time Stanley Cup champion. On June 30, 1993, the Red Wings acquired Kris Draper from the Winnipeg Jets for future considerations.

Alex Debrincat News / The Forkball / October 14

Red Wings Near Seven-Year Extension With Alex DeBrincat

The Detroit Red Wings are finalizing a seven-year contract extension with forward Alex DeBrincat worth $13 million per season, according to ESPN. The agreement would keep the 28-year-old winger in Detroit for the foreseeable future as the team works to improve its position in the Atlantic Division.

Alex Debrincat News / Field Level Media / October 13

Report: Alex DeBrincat, Red Wings finalizing 7-year contract extension

Forward Alex DeBrincat and the Detroit Red Wings are finalizing a seven-year contract extension valued at $13 million annually, ESPN reported on Tuesday night.

Detroit Red Wings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 13