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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.

What do the Senators do with their blueline next season?

The 'Highest paid NHL players in 2024-25' quiz

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.

NHL clears Mike Babcock to return to coaching, but it's still a bad idea for Oilers

Golden Knights announce new head coach just days after Stanley Cup loss

Grading NHL's recent head-coaching moves: Maple Leafs go off the board

Maple Leafs expected to target Darren Raddysh in free agency

Bruins set to retire franchise legend's jersey number

Sabres pull off trade to move up in 2026 NHL Draft after magical season

Considerable interest in Matthew Knies; who else are Leafs listening on?

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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?

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Detroit Red Wings 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.

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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.

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.

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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.

Dylan Larkin News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 13

Panthers have made a trade offer for Red Wings’ Dylan Larkin

There are several NHL clubs who are looking at Detroit Red Wings star Dylan Larkin this offseason. Larkin has reportedly asked to leave the Red Wings, after many years with that team.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL Trade Talk / June 13

Red Wings Blockbuster Trade with the Ducks Could Trigger Domino Effect in Detroit

The Dylan Larkin trade speculation has completely reshaped the Detroit Red Wings’ offseason, and many are calling it a dark day in Detroit where GM Steve Yzerman will be forced to move his best player and, in some ways, start over.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL Rumors / June 12

A Dylan Larkin Trade: Futures or a Hockey Trade?

Daily Faceoff: David Pagnotta, when asked what type of trade return the Detroit Red Wings may want for Dylan Larkin, and what teams might be interested, and what do they have to give up?

Michal Svrcek News / The Hockey Writers / June 12

Spitfires Sign 2025 CHL Import Pick & Red Wings’ Prospect Michal Svrcek

The Ontario Hockey League’s (OHL) Windsor Spitfires continue to check off items from the summer’s “to-do” list. On Thursday morning, they announced the signing of a major prospect who can help right away.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / June 12

Red Wings News & Rumors: Larkin Trade List, Cossa Speculation & More

To no one’s surprise, the Detroit Red Wings have been prominently featured in NHL headlines as of late. Dylan Larkin’s trade request has been a trending topic around Detroit and the larger hockey community.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 12

Five NHL buyout candidates to watch when 2026 window opens

The 2025-26 Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights is well on its way to establishing itself as an all-timer, and it’ll be sad to bid the series farewell on Sunday or Wednesday, especially knowing it marks the close of the hockey calendar until autumn.

Detroit Red Wings News / Inside The Rink / June 11

Detroit Red Wings Restricted Free Agency Targets

I’m not a believer in offer sheets as a legitimate method of improving your roster. Most of the time you’ll see the offer sheet matched, or you’ll be creating an enemy out of another team’s general manager.

Detroit Red Wings News / Yardbarker / June 8

Why a Dylan Larkin trade is complicated for Red Wings' Steve Yzerman

Already reeling from their team's latest end-of-season collapse, news about Dylan Larkin's trade request intensified Detroit Red Wings fans' despair even more

Report: Red Wings’ Larkin prefers three trade destinations

Which other destinations would make sense for Larkin?

Reports: Kings to hire Peter Laviolette as head coach

Oilers' rumored connection to Mike Babcock signifies larger problem

Should Hurricanes make goalie switch for Game 4 of Stanley Cup Final?

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.