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Red Wings’ Patrick Kane Etches Name in NHL History

As the final buzzer sounded on the Detroit Red Wings’ Jan. 8 contest against the Vancouver Canucks, the scene was one of pure euphoria. Detroit had just picked up a 5-1 win that kept the team tied for first place in the Atlantic Division with the Montreal Canadiens, but that wasn’t the reason for the bliss.

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Red Wings honor Patrick Kane with celebratory shirts after 500th goal

Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane made NHL history on Thursday by becoming the 50th player in league history to score 500 career goals. The 37-year-old reached the milestone in a 5-1 victory over the Vancouver Canucks, scoring both the opening goal and the milestone goal in front of a boisterous home crowd.

Detroit Red Wings News / Daily Faceoff / January 8

Red Wings’ Patrick Kane scores 500th goal of NHL career

One of the best players of all time has hit a significant milestone. On Thursday night, Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane scored the 500th goal of his NHL career, becoming the 50th player in league history to achieve the feat.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Detroit Red Wings News / Field Level Media / January 8

Patrick Kane scores career goal No. 500 as Red Wings thrash Canucks

Patrick Kane became the 50th player in NHL history to score 500 goals as he tallied twice in Detroit's 5-1 victory over Vancouver on Thursday night. Kane scored in the first period, then notched his milestone goal with an empty-netter with 3:53 remaining.

Detroit Red Wings News / Yardbarker / January 8

Patrick Kane joins NHL legends in elite club with 500th career goal amid Red Wings' playoff push

The Detroit Red Wings are in a good position to finally snap their nine-year playoff drought this season, and they continued that push on Thursday night with a 5-1 win over the Vancouver Canucks.

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Patrick Kane News / The Hockey Writers / January 8

Patrick Kane’s Two Goals Help Push Red Wings to 5-1 Win Over the Canucks

Two former Western Conference foes squared off when the Vancouver Canucks traveled to Detroit to take on the Red Wings on Jan. 8. In a historic night for Patrick Kane, the Red Wings pulled off a 5-1 victory.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / January 8

Red Wings News & Rumors: Trade Targets, Draper, DeBrincat & More

On Thursday, the Detroit Red Wings face off against the Vancouver Canucks at Little Caesars Arena. The two teams meeting this week is good timing – the

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / January 8

How Each Red Wings Prospect Performed at the 2026 World Juniors

The annual Under-20 World Junior Championship (U20 WJC) is a stage for upcoming draft-eligible players to showcase their talents to NHL scouts, as well as already drafted players to show their respective organizations what they can do on the ice.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 7

Red Wings Activate, Reassign Shai Buium

According to a team announcement, the Detroit Red Wings have activated defensive prospect Shai Buium from the season-opening injured reserve and reassigned him to the AHL’s Grand Rapids Griffins.

Detroit Red Wings News / Daily Faceoff / January 7

The Yzerplan is finally coming to fruition in Detroit

We’re starting to see some success for the Detroit Red Wings and their “Yzerplan,” led by GM Steve Yzerman. The team is 25-15-4 with 54 points, second in the Atlantic Division and third in the Eastern Conference.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / January 7

Red Wings 2025-26 Mid-Season Prospect Overview: Forwards

Youth and the next wave of talent has been a theme for the Detroit Red Wings throughout the 2025-26 season. Four rookie skaters have played games for the franchise this season, and three of them will lose rookie status after crossing the games played threshold this season.

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Eddie Genborg News / Inside The Rink / January 7

Revisiting Eddie Genborg’s Surprising Development

I was wrong about Eddie Genborg, or at the very least, I seriously overlooked him. I thought his ceiling was that of a solid bottom-six power forward at his very best.

Detroit Red Wings News / Stadium Rant / January 6

The Detroit Red Wings Are Brutally Underrated

Given how tight the Eastern Conference has been all season, the Detroit Red Wings have gotten lost in the shuffle despite bouncing back after a less-than-ideal start.

Detroit Red Wings News / Inside The Rink / January 6

Opinion: The Red Wings are the Biggest Frauds in Hockey Right Now

I don’t want this to seem like a reaction to a bad loss. It’s a piece I’ve been sitting on for a while now. For a lot of this season, even at the start, it seemed like Detroit had been getting pretty favourable luck.

Nate Danielson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 6

Red Wings Reassign Nate Danielson

The Red Wings announced they’ve reassigned center Nate Danielson to AHL Grand Rapids. They’re left with an open roster spot. Danielson, the ninth overall pick in 2023, is in his second pro season.

Todd McLellan News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 6

Red Wings’ HC Todd McLellan makes eye-opening admission after Senators win

The Detroit Red Wings ended a two-game losing streak with a hard-fought 5-3 win over the Ottawa Senators on Monday at Canadian Tire Centre. John Gibson, who made a tough debut with Detroit, made 35 saves, and a dominant first period gave them an early edge.

John Gibson News / Field Level Media / January 5

John Gibson carries Red Wings to win in Ottawa

John Gibson made 35 saves and James van Riemsdyk had a goal and two assists as he Detroit Red Wings skated to a 5-3 road win over the Ottawa Senators on Monday.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 5

Prime Monday Night Hockey: Detroit Red Wings vs Ottawa Senators

Monday Night Hockey on Prime continues today with an Atlantic Division matchup between the Detroit Red Wings and the Ottawa Senators. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.

John Leonard News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 4

Red Wings Recall John Leonard

This evening the Detroit Red Wings shared that John Leonard has been recalled from AHL Grand Rapids. No corresponding transaction was required. The forward was sent back down on New Year’s Eve, not due to performance, but more a technical move to avoid waiver requirements.