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Red Wings Still Need to Add a Defenseman

I’m sure many of you would have preferred to see the Detroit Red Wings acquire star defenseman Quinn Hughes. But the organization was unwilling to part with the equivalent of Simon Edvinsson, Marco Kasper, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, and a first-round pick for one and half years of Hughes and nothing guaranteed beyond that.

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Red Wings Place Jonatan Berggren On Waivers

The Red Wings placed winger Jonatan Berggren on waivers Monday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports. Whether he’ll be assigned to AHL Grand Rapids if he clears or if they’re purely exposing him to the rest of the league for a change of scenery remains to be seen.

Patrick Kane News / Daily Faceoff / December 15

Red Wings’ Patrick Kane to miss at least two games

A top player is going to be absent for the next few days. When speaking to the media on Monday, Detroit Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan announced that forward Patrick Kane is going to be out for the next two games due to an upper-body injury and is considered day-to-day.

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Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?

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Detroit Red Wings News / Inside The Rink / December 15

Detroit’s Failed Hunt for Star Players, Time and Time Again

For Red Wings fans, Quinn Hughes heading to Minnesota is a story all too familiar at this point. In the Yzerman tenure, Detroit has made a single trade that acquired a good player, being Alex DeBrincat, who admittedly worked out amazingly.

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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 / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 14

Red Wings recall AHL’s leading goal scorer before Islanders clash

The Detroit Red Wings are coming off a big win over the Connor Bedard-less Chicago Blackhawks. Despite Chicago being without Bedard, Detroit earned its victory as it continues to cement itself in the Atlantic Division playoff picture.

Quinn Hughes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 14

What Red Wings must do after missing out on Quinn Hughes trade

The Detroit Red Wings are one of the more exciting young teams in the NHL. At 18-12-3, the Red Wings are in first place in the Atlantic Division. The team missed out on getting Quinn Hughes in a trade, but this may be the best for the franchise as they look to make a playoff run and prepare for the future.

Alex Debrincat News / Inside The Rink / December 14

Can Alex DeBrincat Secure His Spot on Team USA?

The American roster is likely going to be one of the best in years, especially at the forward position. Alex DeBrincat is an undersized wing, and heading into a playoff-like atmosphere, the stereotype against small forwards might be the bane of his case.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / December 14

Showtime Continues as Red Wings Shutout Blackhawks

Detroit finished its season-high six-game road trip in Chicago. The biggest storyline was Patrick Kane entering the game chasing goal number five hundred.

Detroit Red Wings News / Breakaway on SI / December 14

Red Wings Forward Shy of Surpassing Mike Modano's Record

The Detroit Red Wings secured a stunning 4-0 shutout against the Chicago Blackhawks during their latest matchup. It didn't take long for the Red Wings to heat up on the ice, as right-winger Alex DeBrincat scored off of assists from Andrew Copp and Patrick Kane at 0:55.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / December 13

Red Wings Kane & DeBrincat’s Multi-Point Night Blanks Blackhawks in 4-0 Win

It was Patrick Kane’s third time back in Chicago. That component, along with the Original Six matchup between the Chicago Blackhawks and the Detroit Red Wings, made it an enticing Saturday Night matchup.

Detroit Red Wings News / Field Level Media / December 13

Alex DeBrincat's 2 goals back G John Gibson as Red Wings blank Blackhawks

Alex DeBrincat scored twice and had an assist and Patrick Kane added a goal and an assist to back a 26-save shutout from John Gibson and lift the Detroit Red Wings to a 4-0 victory over the host Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday.

Moritz Seider News / The Hockey Writers / December 13

Red Wings’ Seider Taking Steps to Superstardom

It’s hard to pinpoint exactly where the story of the Red Wings’ rebuild will begin. It could begin with the day the Red Wings were mathematically eliminated from the playoffs for the first time in a quarter-century.

Quinn Hughes News / Inside The Rink / December 12

If Not Quinn Hughes, Who Should Detroit Pursue?

It’s no surprise the market has one major big fish right now. While Detroit is among the frontrunners to land the Norris trophy winner, they are still second place by a lot to New Jersey.

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Ben Chiarot News / Inside The Rink / December 12

ECHL: South Carolina Agrees to Terms with Aaron Chiarot

The South Carolina Stingrays announced Thursday that the team has agreed to terms with defenseman Aaron Chiarot for the 2025–26 season. Chiarot, 23, joins the Stingrays after beginning his professional career during the 2025–26 campaign with stops in both the ECHL and SPHL.

Detroit Red Wings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 11

Red Wings place Mason Appleton on IR, recall Erik Gustafsson

The Red Wings announced that winger Mason Appleton has been placed on injured reserve, retroactive to Nov. 29, with a lower-body injury. Coming up from the AHL is veteran defenseman Erik Gustafsson to take his place on the active roster.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 11

Red Wings take lessons learned into encounter vs. Oilers

The Detroit Red Wings will continue their season-long six-game road trip on Thursday night in Edmonton having received reminders of both how well they can play and how much they can't afford to let up when in control of a game.

Steve Yzerman News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 9

Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman takes subtle shot at goaltending

The Detroit Red Wings have climbed back into first place in the Atlantic Division after a 4-0 win on the road against the Vancouver Canucks on Monday. While they have won three of the last four, goaltending has been a topic of conversation for the Red Wings.

John Gibson News / Field Level Media / December 9

John Gibson stymies Canucks in first Red Wings shutout

John Gibson made 39 saves for his first shutout as a member of the Red Wings, and Detroit moved into first place in the Atlantic Division with a 4-0 victory over the host Vancouver Canucks on Monday.

Craig Smith News / Daily Faceoff / December 8

Craig Smith retires after 14-season NHL career

A longtime secondary scorer has hung up his skates. On Monday, former NHL forward Craig Smith officially announced his retirement from pro hockey. In a statement released through Magnuson Hockey Agency, Smith expressed his gratitude for his 14-year career in the league.

Sebastian Cossa News / Daily Faceoff / December 5

It’s time for the Red Wings to give Sebastian Cossa a shot

The Detroit Red Wings have a history of star netminders. From Harry Lumley and Terry Sawchuk to Chris Osgood and Jimmy Howard, the Original Six franchise has had a number of standout goaltenders who have led the team to success.