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NHL News / Yardbarker / June 24
Connor McDavid sounds incredibly desperate in support of Oilers hiring Mike Babcock
The Edmonton Oilers are facing intense scrutiny for their decision to hire Mike Babcock for their head-coaching role given all of the baggage he brings with him.
Detroit Red Wings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 23
Red Wings rumors: The ‘ideal trade partner’ for Dylan Larkin, per Detroit insider
Detroit Red Wings fans were stunned when star Dylan Larkin announced he would like to leave the team. Larkin has spent many years in Detroit, but the team hasn’t been able to win with great success.
The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?
Dylan Larkin News / NHL Trade Talk / June 23
The Larkin Trade: Red Wings Not Expected to Make Same Mistake Senators Made
With the Brady Tkachuk blockbuster now complete, attention around the NHL trade market is quickly shifting to another high-profile captain: Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history
There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.
NHL News / Yardbarker / June 22
Five major storylines to watch leading up to 2026 NHL Draft
The 2026 NHL Draft this weekend will mark the potential for some of the biggest offseason business the league conducts each year.
Dylan Larkin News / The Hockey Writers / June 22
Red Wings 2026 Draft Guide: Top 50 Targets, Larkin Impact & More
Heading into the 2026 NHL Draft, the Detroit Red Wings’ amateur scouting team will have their work cut out for them. Detroit’s first-round pick now belongs to the St.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 20
Three Eastern Conference teams in need of major trades this offseason
The offseason is officially under way, with the NHL Draft around the corner and trades starting to go down.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / June 18
Red Wings want him back, but Patrick Kane has other plans
The Detroit Red Wings are more than interested in re-signing Patrick Kane, but the veteran winger remains undecided.
Patrick Kane News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 18
Patrick Kane will play at least 1 more season, but will it be with Red Wings?
Patrick Kane just completed his 19th season in the NHL, playing for the Detroit Red Wings. Now, Kane is a free agent, and at 37 years old, he has to make a decision about his future.
Detroit Red Wings News / NHL Rumors / June 16
The Detroit Red Wings Could Tempt Teams with their Depth of Prospects
Daily Faceoff: Max Bultman on if the Detroit Red Wings have some prospects they could look at moving to help improve their roster for next season. Tyler Yaremchuk: “Who do you think are the young pieces that he would be willing to dangle in a deal?” Bultman: “I look at places where they kind of have duplicate prospects.
NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 16
NHL Rumors: Players from other teams have concerns if Mike Babcock ends up in Edmonton; Golden Knights aren't afraid to make bold moves
Jason Gregor: A text from an NHL player agent when asked about the Edmonton Oilers coaching position, and Mike Babcock: “The opportunity to play with McDavid or Draisaitl is diminished with the potential to be coached by Babcock.
Detroit Red Wings News / Inside The Rink / June 16
What Would Red Wings Players Theme Songs Be?
The Red Wings aren’t exactly what I would call a “feel-good” team right now. With the NHL’s longest playoff drought and a stacked division to go up against, Detroit is yet again facing an offseason where they have a lot of work to do and few resources to do it.
Detroit Red Wings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 15
1 player Red Wings must sign in 2026 NHL Free Agency
The 2026 Stanley Cup Final has ended, and the Carolina Hurricanes are Stanley Cup champions. With this now in the rearview mirror, the NHL offseason can begin in earnest.
Dylan Larkin News / Inside The Rink / June 15
Could the Red Wings Actually Improve Without Larkin?
Yes, Leafs fans, I hear you. Addition by subtraction doesn’t always work; sometimes it’s just subtraction by subtraction. About a year ago, Mitch Marner was in a pretty similar situation (albeit on a different scale) to where Dylan Larkin is right now.
Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / June 15
Red Wings Offseason Blueprint for 2026: Larkin Trade, Free Agents & More
I had my offseason blueprint for the Detroit Red Wings written out, staged, and ready to go … and then Dylan Larkin’s trade request blew it up. After taking some time to evaluate the situation, I charted a new path forward.
Dylan Larkin News / Athlon Sports / June 15
Red Wings' Dylan Larkin Trade Situation Evolves With New Teams Linked
The Detroit Red Wings are continuing to navigate a rapidly evolving situation surrounding their captain. Red Wings center Dylan Larkin requested a trade at the start of June and immediately became one of the most prominent names on the market, reshaping the NHL offseason.
Theo Rochette News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 15
Red Wings sign free-agent forward to entry-level contract
The Detroit Red Wings announced on Sunday that they have signed forward Theo Rochette to a one-year entry-level contract for the 2026-27 season. The Swiss-born, undrafted forward spent the 2025-26 campaign with Lausanne HC in Switzerland’s National League, finishing with 22 goals and 21 assists for 43 points in 46 regular-season games.
Theo Rochette News / Daily Faceoff / June 14
Red Wings sign Theo Rochette to entry-level contract
An exceptional European scorer has inked his first NHL contract. On Sunday, the Detroit Red Wings announced that the team has signed forward Theo Rochette to a one-year, entry-level contract for the 2026-27 season.
Theo Rochette News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 14
Red Wings Sign Theo Rochette
The Red Wings have added some depth up front. The team announced (Twitter link) that they’ve signed free agent forward Theo Rochette to a one-year, entry-level contract. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Detroit Red Wings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 2
Free Agent Focus: Detroit Red Wings
Free agency is just over a month away, and teams are looking ahead to when it opens. Even with the UFA crop being thinned out in recent months, there will be some quality veterans set to hit the open market in July, while many teams also have key restricted free agents to re-sign.
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