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Dylan Larkin Puts Red Wings in a Real Bind if a Trade to Canadiens Was on the Table

Detroit’s ability to trade Dylan Larkin might have gotten slightly more complicated if a recent report is accurate. Apparently, TVA Sports’ Renaud Lavoie said the Montreal Canadiens remain off Dylan Larkin’s approved list, with the center said to prefer staying in the United States.

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Red Wings May Regret Missing Chance to Add Eeli Tolvanen

Having a relatively quiet 2026 offseason, the Detroit Red Wings lost more scoring depth than they got back after letting Patrick Kane and James van Riemsdyk go, and that could be increasingly problematic heading into a 2026-27 season that is beginning to feel like an inflection point for the storied franchise.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / September 3

3 Red Wings Players Who Could Force Their Way Onto Opening Night Roster

The Detroit Red Wings didn’t perform in the offseason as many expected. It was quiet. The organization is taking the chance that improvement can come from within.

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

Red Wings Announce 2026 Prospect Tournament Roster

The Detroit Red Wings announced its 24-man roster for the 2026 NHL Prospect Tournament on Wednesday morning, with first-round picks Nate Danielson and Carter Bear leading the way.

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How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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NHL News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / September 2

Red Wings First-Round Pick Headed to Lambeau Field With Michigan

The University of Michigan ice hockey team — which includes Detroit Red Wings' 2026 first-round pick (No. 23 overall) J.P. Hurlbert — will be participating in the 2027 Frozen Tundra Faceoff, as announced on the morning of Sept.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Detroit Red Wings News / Inside The Rink / September 2

Detroit Red Wings Announce 2026 Prospect Tournament Roster and Schedule

The Detroit Red Wings prospects will face prospects from the Columbus Blue Jackets, Dallas Stars, and Pittsburgh Penguins. The games will take place at BELFOR Training Center in Detroit.

Marco Kasper News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / September 2

Red Wings Need Marco Kasper to Take a Major Step Forward This Season

The Detroit Red Wings forward Marco Kasper will be entering his third season with the team, and it is going to be a very crucial season for the 22-year-old, who is coming off a disappointing season.

Detroit Red Wings News / Daily Faceoff / September 1

2026-27 NHL team preview: Detroit Red Wings

Can it get any worse for the Detroit Red Wings? The historic franchise once known for one of the longest playoff streaks in NHL history is now tied for the second-longest playoff drought in NHL history.

Carter Bear News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 1

Red Wings’ Carter Bear Hunting For Roster Spot

Detroit Red Wings prospect Carter Bear wants to avoid any time with the AHL’s Grand Rapids Griffins, if he can help it. In a recent interview with Marco D’Amico of RG Media, Bear believes he has the skill and hunger to earn a spot on the Red Wings’ opening night roster.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / September 1

Red Wings-Larkin Saga Approaching Its Hour of Reckoning

We’ve reached September, which means the Detroit Red Wings return to the ice this month. The team kicks off training camp Sept. 17 and opens the 2026-27 season Oct.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 1

3 burning Red Wings questions entering 2026-27 NHL season

The Detroit Red Wings are preparing for the upcoming 2026-27 NHL season. Detroit has had a messy offseason centered around the Dylan Larkin trade request.

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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.

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

Red Wings Mount Rushmore: The Four Faces of Hockeytown

The difficult part about constructing a Detroit Red Wings Mount Rushmore isn't finding four worthy players. It's figuring out which legends to leave off.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / August 29

Blackhawks re-sign Kevin Korchinski to two-year contract

The Chicago Blackhawks have agreed to terms on a new two-year contract with restricted free agent defenseman Kevin Korchinski, the club announced Saturday afternoon.

Cale Makar signs record-setting extension with Avalanche

Will Auston Matthews find a second gear later in his career?

Connor Hellebuyck makes his trade request from Jets official

Potential trade destinations for Hellebuyck

Hellebuyck would approve a trade to multiple teams

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Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / August 29

Red Wings Are Making a Big Bet on Their Young Players in 2026-27

After missing the Stanley Cup playoffs for the 10th year, there were a lot of expectations for the Detroit Red Wings to overhaul their roster. That didn’t happen.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL Trade Talk / August 26

The Red Wings Must Trade Larkin. Someone Do Something

Here’s where things stand with Dylan Larkin right now: absolutely nowhere. The whole situation is frozen, and it’s getting weirder the longer it drags on.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / August 26

Analyst says Larkin needs to 'come around' on Canadiens trade

Dylan Larkin is believed to be open to a trade to the Minnesota Wild, but any potential move has hit a standstill with the Detroit Red Wings still without a general manager.

Simon Edvinsson News / NHL Trade Talk / August 24

Red Wings Ripped For Stalled Edvinsson Contract Talks: It’s A Bad Look

With training camp just a month away, the Detroit Red Wings are really starting to look like a disorganized mess. The latest evidence comes from defenseman Simon Edvinsson‘s agent, who says they can’t even figure out who they’re supposed to talk to about a contract extension.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / August 24

Red Wings Need to Weaponize Surplus Cap Space

When the Detroit Red Wings appoint their next general manager, the new hire will have their hands full right away. The Dylan Larkin situation needs to be sorted out, Simon Edvinsson needs a new contract, and a contract extension pitch should be made to Alex DeBrincat.