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Red Wings must hold the line amid Dylan Larkin trade request

The Detroit Red Wings have suspended Dylan Larkin without pay. Larkin informed the team that he would not report to the team or play for them until he was traded.

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Emmitt Finnie Will Be Detroit’s Next Legendary 7th Round Draft Pick; Advanced Metrics Show Why

The Detroit Red Wings have had a illustrious history in finding diamonds during the late-rounds of the NHL draft. The Russian Five were all drafted after the third round (with the exception of Slava Kozlav, drafted in the third).

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 2

Red Wings pull away in 3rd to beat Panthers

Justin Faulk scored the go-ahead goal and added an assist, and Daniil Tarasov made 23 saves to beat his former team as the Detroit Red Wings defeated the host Florida Panthers 5-3 on Monday night in Sunrise.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / November 2

Detroit Red Wings Unveil 2026-27 Hometown Remix Jersey

The “Hometown Remix” jerseys have been revealed for all 32 teams, including the Detroit Red Wings, and will be worn during some games this season. In Detroit fashion, it takes influence from the team's history and adds it to the jersey.

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Dylan Larkin News / NHL Trade Talk / November 2

Does Dylan Larkin Want to Stay in the United States?

Here’s a question worth asking about Dylan Larkin’s trade list: could playing in the United States be part of what he wants? The clue is pretty simple.

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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.

Dylan Larkin News / NHL Trade Talk / November 2

Kucherov Trade to Red Wings for Larkin Puts GM’s Job on the Line

According to Elliotte Friedman—or at least a source he trusts—don’t be surprised if the idea of a Nikita Kucherov-to-Detroit trade gets tossed around the rumor mill.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 2

Capitals Could Have What Red Wings Want for Dylan Larkin

The Washington Capitals have quietly moved into the Dylan Larkin conversation, and the Detroit Red Wings appear to be paying close attention. Assistant

NHL News / NHL Rumors / November 2

NHL Rumors: Simon Edvinsson and Nikita Kucherov

The Sheet with Jeff Marek: Things seem to be status quo with the Detroit Red Wings and Simon Edvinsson. Pagnotta: “His mindset hasn’t changed. He’s, I think, he’s waiting for a trade more than anticipating Detroit coming to him, saying, “Fine, we’ll give you, you know, $77 million over, over seven years.” Doesn’t seem like, like that’s the case.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / November 2

Suggested Blockbuster Sees Sabres Land Red Wings’ Larkin

Detroit Red Wings’ Dylan Larkin wanting to be traded is not a surprise, as his trade request was reported on in the offseason, but recently, he chose to sit out until he is traded to try and force the hand of the Red Wings.

Dylan Larkin News / The Hockey Writers / November 2

Expect Dylan Larkin to Be Traded by Thanksgiving

With Dylan Larkin and his camp deciding they’ve had enough, opting to sit out of all games to try and force a trade out of Detroit, it appears that we are finally approaching the time of a trade.

John Leonard News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 1

Red Wings Recall John Leonard

Detroit’s forward group has been thinned out in recent weeks. Dylan Larkin is away from the team while waiting for a trade while Mason Appleton and Marco Kasper remain sidelined with injuries.

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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.

Darren McCarty News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / November 1

Darren McCarty 's Biggest Contributions to the Red Wings Came When It Mattered Most

On June 7, 1997, Darren McCarty did something that few Detroit Red Wings fans would have expected from one of the team's toughest players. He scored a goal worthy of a superstar.

Todd McLellan News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / November 1

Todd McLellan Sends Blunt Message After Red Wings’ Costly Mistakes

It's a terrible feeling when the Detroit Red Wings give up winnable games. Mistakes and lack of execution can become a team's Achilles ' heel. The way Detroit played hockey is not what they were about on Saturday night against the St.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 1

Sharks Can Be Patient in Pursuing Red Wings’ Simon Edvinsson

The Detroit Red Wings can’t help themselves from making headlines in regard to the management of their unhappy players, attracting attention from several other teams, including the San Jose Sharks.

Dylan Larkin News / NHL Trade Talk / November 1

Dylan Larkin Expected to Alter Teams on his 10-Team Trade List

“I think over the next 24-48 hours, it’s possible we see that trade list altered,” says Elliotte Friedman on Dylan Larkin. Whether that means Larkin is more likely to take teams off the trade list than add teams remains to be seen.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / October 31

NHL Game Recap: Blues Rally Past Red Wings with Third Period Comeback

The Detroit Red Wings surrendered a two-goal third-period lead Saturday afternoon, falling 5-4 to the St. Louis Blues in a frustrating comeback loss. Detroit carried a 4-2 advantage into the third period, but St.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / October 31

Red Wings Are Showing Something More Important Than Wins Amid the Chaos

Absolutely nothing about the Detroit Red Wings season could be classified as normal. There’s no doubt this team has struggled over the past decade, but this year has elevated things to levels possibly never seen before.

Shawn Horcoff News / Daily Faceoff / October 31

Shawn Horcoff in unenviable position for first GM job

It’s been a difficult first month and change for Detroit Red Wings’ interim general manager Shawn Horcoff. Since he took over for Steve Yzerman in September,

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / October 31

Michael Brandsegg-Nygård Is Giving Red Wings a Much-Needed Physical Edge

The Detroit Red Wings are seeking to keep their focus and drive for another tough battle. There's one player on the roster who can help the team keep their heads up with his style of play. Michael Brandsegg-Nygård takes pride in playing physical defense.

Jacob Bernard-Docker News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 30

Red Wings Recall Jacob Bernard-Docker, Reassign Axel Sandin-Pellikka

According to a team announcement, the Detroit Red Wings have recalled defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker from the AHL’s Grand Rapids Griffins. In a corresponding roster move, the Red Wings reassigned defenseman Axel Sandin-Pellikka.

Simon Edvinsson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 30

2 playoff hopefuls linked to Red Wings’ Simon Edvinsson

Although Detroit Red Wings interim general manager Shawn Horcoff remains adamant that he wants to sign restricted free agent defenseman Simon Edvinsson, trade rumors continue to swirl around the 23-year-old.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 29

Red Wings take down Blackhawks behind Viktor Arvidsson’s hat trick

Viktor Arvidsson recorded his sixth career hat trick and added an assist as the host Detroit Red Wings defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 4-1 on Thursday night.

Detroit Red Wings News / Athlon Sports / October 29

Best and Worst Coaches in Detroit Red Wings History

The Detroit Red Wings are in the midst of the longest playoff drought in team history. To Wings fans, things seem dire. It’s hardly the most dire situation the Red Wings have been in, though.

Detroit Red Wings News / Athlon Sports / October 29

10 Greatest Detroit Red Wings Players of All Time

Ranking third in NHL history with 11 Stanley Cups, the Detroit Red Wings have captured more NHL titles than any other American franchise. The team made the postseason every season from 1938-39 to 1957-58 with five Cup wins and then again every season from 1990-91 to 2015-16, winning four more championships.

Detroit Red Wings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 29

Red Wings Recall Sheldon Dries; Reassign Michal Postava

Although the Detroit Red Wings are working to resolve Dylan Larkin’s trade request, the team made another transaction ahead of tonight’s game against the Chicago Blackhawks.