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Detroit Red Wings Recall Carter Mazur

Birthday wishes do come true. On his 24th birthday, the Detroit Red Wings have recalled forward Carter Mazur from the AHL’s Grand Rapids Griffins, according to a team announcement.

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Michael Brandsegg-Nygård Has the Worst Puck Luck in the NHL

The Red Wings’ biggest weakness over the balance of this season has been their lack of even strength goal scoring. One of the players who projects to be

Alex Debrincat News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 27

Red Wings’ Alex DeBrincat joins exclusive elite club after crucial Sabres win

The Detroit Red Wings took on the Buffalo Sabres on Friday night in a must-win contest for Detroit. The Red Wings have fallen behind the pace in the Eastern Conference Wild Card race.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 27

Red Wings score early to earn key road win at Sabres

The Detroit Red Wings scored three goals in the first period and went on to a 5-2 win over the host Buffalo Sabres on Friday night to keep pace in the wild card race in the Eastern Conference.

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The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players responsible for the best receiving season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Rushing-TD leaders by NFL season' quiz

The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 27

Red Wings’ John Gibson robs Rasmus Dahlin with unreal kick save in Sabres clash

The Detroit Red Wings are playing must-win games late in the 2025-26 NHL season. Detroit is looking to snap a nine-year playoff drought, and has slipped as of late.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 27

Which teams on the bubble need a playoff berth the most?

The playoff race is coming to a close across the NHL, and the point differentials are tighter than ever.

Senators' Thomas Chabot undergoes surgery, out six to eight weeks

Erik Karlsson is playing like the superstar the Penguins always expected him to be

The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

Detroit Red Wings News / Professor Press Box / March 27

By the Letters: The 'Stevie Y' Legacy

In the storied history of the NHL, few players are as synonymous with a single franchise—or a single letter—as Steve Yzerman. To the Detroit faithful, he was simply “Stevie Y”.

Steve Yzerman News / NHL Trade Talk / March 27

Is Steve Yzerman ready to trade with the Oilers?

The pressure is starting to mount on Steve Yzerman and the Detroit Red Wings. After years of preaching patience and building through the draft, the organization is entering a critical phase where results matter and fast.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 27

NHL Predictions: Detroit Red Wings vs Buffalo Sabres, March 27th

Welcome to NHL Predictions, where tonight’s matchup features two teams who are facing the NHL’s longest playoff droughts. The Detroit Red Wings and Buffalo Sabres are raring to erase the futility that has been surrounding them since the mid-2010s.

Detroit Red Wings News / ESPN / March 27

Playoff Watch: Projecting the Red Wings' postseason chances

Detroit is running out of time to climb back into a playoff spot. Plus, full postseason bracket projections.

Michal Postava News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 26

Red Wings Recall Michal Postava

The Red Wings announced Thursday that they’ve recalled goaltender Michal Postava from AHL Grand Rapids under emergency conditions. He is expected to back up John Gibson tomorrow against the Sabres after head coach Todd McLellan ruled Cam Talbot out earlier today due to a minor tweak (via Helene St.

Detroit Red Wings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 26

Red Wings Reassign Sheldon Dries

The Red Wings announced Thursday that they’ve reassigned center Sheldon Dries to AHL Grand Rapids. He was the odd man out when captain Dylan Larkin made his return to the lineup against the Senators on Tuesday, ending the emergency conditions he was summoned under earlier this month.

Cam Talbot News / Daily Faceoff / March 26

Red Wings’ Cam Talbot out day-to-day with injury

Some injury troubles between the pipes in Hockeytown. When speaking to the media on Thursday, Detroit Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan revealed that goaltender Cam Talbot “tweaked something” and is considered day-to-day.

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The 'Most Elite Eight appearances' quiz

The 'Nine three-pointer NBA games' quiz

The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

The 'Active MLB 3+ 30-homer seasons' quiz

Jacob Bernard-Docker News / Daily Faceoff / March 25

Red Wings sign Jacob Bernard-Docker to two-year extension

The Detroit Red Wings have agreed to terms on a two-year contract extension with defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker, the club announced Wednesday evening.

Steve Yzerman News / Yardbarker / March 25

Steve Yzerman's time should be up if Red Wings miss playoffs again

Yzerman has yet to build a postseason team since making his then-triumphant return in April 2019.

Oilers HC Kris Knoblauch may be on the hot seat in Edmonton

Are the Golden Knights underperforming or are the standards lower?

Could Penguins' Kyle Dubas win GM of the Year?

Six NHLers playing underrated defensive hockey in 2025-26

The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

NHL News / Inside The Rink / March 25

The Red Wings Simply Aren’t Good Enough

It’s been a while since I’ve written a piece. Actually, this is the longest I’ve gone without making a new write-up ever, even going back to my Reddit posting days.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / March 25

Red Wings’ 3 Biggest Games Left in 2026-26 Season

It’s a late season cliché, but every point matters at this point in the NHL season. The Eastern Conference specifically is ultra-competitive this season as the playoff cutoff appears to be 100 points compared to 87 in the Western Conference.

Detroit Red Wings News / Breakaway on SI / March 24

Red Wings Face Crucial Stretch in Playoff Push

The Detroit Red Wings haven’t made the Stanley Cup Playoffs in a decade, and it appeared as if this season was going to be the one when that drought finally came to an end.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 24

NHL Predictions: Detroit Red Wings vs Ottawa Senators, March 24th

Regardless of how 2025-26 turns out for the Ottawa Senators, or the Detroit Red Wings for that matter, tonight’s matchup is one of the most important on their respective schedules.

Dylan Larkin News / Field Level Media / March 24

Red Wings optimistic Dylan Larkin will return to face Senators

The Detroit Red Wings could have their team captain back in action when they host the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday. Dylan Larkin, who missed the past seven games due to a lower-body injury, participated in practice on Monday and is considered a game-time decision.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / March 22

Red Wings’ Remarkably Healthy Season Is Catching Up to Them

Every NHL season comes with its ups and downs, with one of the most reliable downs being injuries. You can’t really complain about injuries since every team deals with them every year.

Patrick Kane News / Last Word On Sports / March 21

Patrick Kane is Proving He Belongs With the Detroit Red Wings for Another Season

Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane is defying age, playing a pivotal role in their recent win over the Calgary Flames with two goals and an assist in Thursday’s win over the Montreal Canadiens.

Alex Debrincat News / Field Level Media / March 19

Alex DeBrincat all the Red Wings need to take down Canadiens

Alex DeBrincat scored the go-ahead goal and assisted on Detroit's two other goals as the host Red Wings notched a 3-1 victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL Trade Talk / March 14

Detroit’s Deadline Gamble at Center Is Being Tested

The Detroit Red Wings are facing a serious problem at the worst possible time of the season. With March being an important month for the team to cement their spot in the playoffs, injuries have hit, and their inaction at the trade deadline appears to be coming back to haunt them.