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Michal Postava Is Forcing Red Wings To Rethink Their Goaltending Plans

The Detroit Red Wings entered the 2026-27 season with John Gibson and Daniil Tarasov expected to handled the majority of the team's goaltending responsibilities.

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Renewed Red Wings ready for visit from Patrick Kane, Blackhawks

The Detroit Red Wings' season got off to a rocky start. Disgruntled fans booed former team captain Dylan Larkin and chanted "Sell the team!" Courtesy of a fruitful road trip, the Red Wings return home with a renewed spirit.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 28

Red Wings: Overreaction trade Detroit must make amid inconsistent 2026-27 start

The Detroit Red Wings are going through some tough times on and off the ice. The Red Wings are still working through the Dylan Larkin trade request. Simon Edvinsson still wants a trade as well.

Simon Edvinsson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 28

Sharks’ perfect offer for Red Wings’ Simon Edvinsson after trade request

The San Jose Sharks are 6-6-1 early in the season, placing them in fourth in the Pacific Division, but within striking distance of a playoff spot. The Sharks made plenty of moves to help the defense in the offseason.

Wayne Gretzky News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / October 28

How Wayne Gretzky Nearly Became a Detroit Red Wing in 1988

One of the biggest what-if scenarios in Detroit Red Wings history involves a player who never wore the Winged Wheel. Wayne Gretzky. Long before he became the face of hockey in Los Angeles, Gretzky was close to joining the Red Wings in a move that could have dramatically changed the direction of the franchise.

Detroit Red Wings News / Inside The Rink / October 28

Michael Brandsegg-Nygård Under the Radar Start to the Season

The Detroit Red Wings are off to a 5-4-3 start to the 2026-27 season. They are coming off a four-game road trip in which they secured five points out of a possible eight.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

Detroit Red Wings News / Viral Sports News / October 28

Detroit Red Wings Get Brutal Triple Injury Update

The Detroit Red Wings received unwelcome injury updates on three players Wednesday as they prepared to host the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday night at Little Caesars Arena.

Dylan Larkin News / NHL Trade Talk / October 28

Larkin’s Absence From Red Wings Practice Has Trade Talk Heating Up

Dylan Larkin was not on the ice as the Detroit Red Wings began practice on Wednesday. That raised questions about a possible trade in the works or whether something else was cooking behind the scenes.

Dylan Larkin News / The Hockey Writers / October 28

What Could the Canadiens Offer the Red Wings for Dylan Larkin?

The Montreal Canadiens have been linked to several interesting names over the past few months, but Dylan Larkin might be one of the biggest yet. With rumours surrounding the Detroit Red Wings captain’s future and the possibility of him expanding his list of acceptable trade destinations, Montreal could become an interesting team to watch.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / October 28

Red Wings Must Sign Edvinsson Before Any Dylan Larkin Trade

The Detroit Red Wings have spent most of October managing two stars who would rather be somewhere else. Dylan Larkin requested a trade in June, and Simon Edvinsson remains unsigned as a restricted free agent.

Detroit Red Wings News / Daily Faceoff / October 28

Red Wings’ Michael Brandsegg-Nygård has emerged as a serious Calder Trophy threat

When the Detroit Red Wings drafted Michael Brandsegg-Nygård 15th overall in 2024, they knew they were getting a near-NHL-ready winger. His two-way game was mature, his hockey sense was solid, and he knew how to wire a shot better than most his age.

Viktor Arvidsson News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / October 28

Red Wings' Viktor Arvidsson Is Proving Detroit Made the Right Move

While not too many moves have been made by the Detroit Red Wings, one of their offseason decisions looks like it is paying off big. Viktor Arvidsson is making a significant move to establish himself as one of Detroit’s most important forwards.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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 / Inside The Rink / October 28

AHL: Grand Rapids Griffins Once Again off to a Hot Start

The Grand Rapids Griffins don’t play again until Sunday afternoon, when they face the Chicago Wolves. The Griffins, though, are 7-1-1-1 through ten games and have the best record in the AHL.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / October 27

Red Wings’ Michal Postava Validates the Cossa Trade

Michal Postava picked a fitting stage for his first NHL win. Making his first career start on Oct. 26, the 24-year-old goaltender stopped 25 shots and all three attempts in the shootout as the Detroit Red Wings rallied past the Edmonton Oilers 4-3.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / October 27

Red Wings rally late, top Oilers in shootout

Michal Postava made 25 saves and also stopped all three shootout tries and Dylan Larkin scored a 6-on-5 goal with 1:17 remaining to force overtime as the visiting Detroit Red Wings rallied for a 4-3 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Monday night.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 27

Red Wings’ Moritz Seider puts Connor McDavid in a box during crucial shift

The Detroit Red Wings have not had the best start to the 2026-27 NHL season. Detroit has struggled on the ice and is dealing with off-ice drama. But there is one thing this team can rely on.

John Gibson News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / October 26

Red Wings' John Gibson Faces Uncomfortable Reality as Rookie Gets the Call

The Detroit Red Wings are just about to take the ice to face one of the NHL’s most dangerous offensive teams, with one caveat. The Red Wings are turning to a rookie to take the starting role in the net.

Detroit Red Wings News / Trade Talk Sports / October 25

Are the Red Wings Trying to Solve the Wrong Problem?

Sometimes a trade proposal makes sense on paper, and I still wonder whether a team is solving the right problem. In this trade proposal, the Detroit Red Wings get Quinn Hughes, a Norris Trophy-winning defenceman who can change a game.

Shawn Horcoff News / Yardbarker / October 24

Michigan beats another Western Michigan team with buzzer-beater

Michigan beats another Western Michigan team with stunning buzzer-beater

At this point, Western Michigan needs to completely scrub Michigan from all of its upcoming sports schedules. It doesn't seem worth the chaos or frustration.

The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

John Gibson News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

Red Wings’ John Gibson leaves game with upper-body injury

The Detroit Red Wings announced on social media that goaltender John Gibson left Thursday night’s game against the Vancouver Canucks with an upper-body injury.

Detroit Red Wings News / Field Level Media / October 23

Lucas Raymond's 3-point effort propels Red Wings past skidding Canucks

Lucas Raymond scored twice and added an assist, leading the visiting Detroit Red Wings to a 5-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday. William Wallinder, Michael Rasmussen and Emmitt Finnie also scored for the Red Wings, who have earned points in six straight games (3-0-3).

Detroit Red Wings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 22

Red Wings Activate J.T. Compher, Recall Michal Postava

The Detroit Red Wings announced three roster transactions in advance of their game tonight against the Vancouver Canucks. The club activated veteran forward J.T.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 22

Four NHL players looking to break out of early slumps

The 2026-27 NHL season is still in its early stages, but several established players have struggled to find their footing. While some teams have gotten off to impressive starts, others are already searching for answers.

Senators fans give Brady Tkachuk well-deserved cold reception in return to Ottawa

Tim Stutzle's personal chef trolls Brady Tkachuk after Senators' win over Panthers

Panthers-Senators was exactly the jolt of excitement the NHL needed

Penguins explain Ben Kindel medical emergency after his return to Pittsburgh

Panthers goaltender Cooper Black to make NHL debut, break interesting NHL record

Alex Debrincat News / Yardbarker / October 21

Alex DeBrincat steals point for Red Wings with milestone goal

Locked in with Detroit thanks to the new seven-year, $91 million contract extension he signed earlier in October, DeBrincat will now try to reach more milestones as a Red Wing for years to come.

ESPN analyst claims to have big news on Dylan Larkin trade

The 'Hart Trophy winners since 1983' quiz

Simon Edvinsson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 20

Simon Edvinsson and Red Wings Held Weekend Meeting Amid Contract Standoff

The Simon Edvinsson saga in Detroit took a step forward over the weekend, even if a resolution remains elusive. Pierre LeBrun reported on TSN’s “Insider Trading” that Edvinsson and his agent, J.P.

Jacob Bernard-Docker News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 17

Red Wings Place Jacob Bernard-Docker On Waivers

The Red Wings have been carrying nine defensemen through the early going this season, something that’s largely unsustainable. They’ve taken a step toward reducing that surplus as Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reports (Twitter link) that blueliner Jacob Bernard-Docker has been placed on waivers.