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Well, That’s That: DeBrincat Direct About His Future in Detroit

Alex DeBrincat wasted no time this week putting an end to any speculation that he might be looking to follow in the footsteps of Dylan Larkin and try to leave the Detroit Red Wings.

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Alex DeBrincat Makes His Red Wings Future Clear Amid Uncertainty

The Detroit Red Wings have had no shortage of uncertainty surrounding the organization this offseason, but one of their biggest stars appears to have a clear idea of where he wants to be.

Detroit Red Wings News / ESPN / September 9

DeBrincat cool with Larkin staying with Wings

Alex DeBrincat would welcome Dylan Larkin back on the Wings despite his trade request.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / September 9

Shawn Horcoff Temporary GM Duties Continue for Red Wings

Assistant General Manager Shawn Horcoff represented the Detroit Red Wings on an NHL virtual call that took place on Sept. 9, indicating that the Red Wings' GM hunt is still continuing forward.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

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

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 9

Red Wings forward Alex DeBrincat addresses Dylan Larkin trade request, Patrick Kane departure

The Detroit Red Wings have not made the playoffs since the 2015-16 campaign. It has also been a tumultuous offseason for the team. Dylan Larkin requested that the Red Wings trade him, while the team also moved on from Steve Yzerman as the general manager.

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 / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 9

Alex DeBrincat reiterates desire to re-sign in Detroit

Amidst a time of tremendous uncertainty for the Detroit Red Wings organization, star goal scorer Alex DeBrincat has reiterated his desire to remain with the club beyond the 2026-27 season.

Carter Bear News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / September 9

Red Wings Are About to Get Their Best Look Yet at Carter Bear

We're finally getting close to actual hockey, and one of the most intriguing players on the ice won't necessarily be the prospect closest to the NHL. Ladies and gentlemen, meet Carter Bear.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 9

Red Wings News & Rumors: DeBrincat, Edvinsson, Quinn Hughes & More

With training camp quickly approaching, the Detroit Red Wings are still in need of a new general manager. That decision is expected to come soon – it must, given Detroit’s current to-do list.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 9

Redoing the Red Wings’ 2020 Draft Class

With the Detroit Red Wings still searching for their next general manager, and training camp over a week away, I wanted to do a quick series re-drafting a few of the Red Wings draft classes in the Steve Yzerman era, from 2019 to 2023 specifically.

Detroit Red Wings News / Daily Faceoff / September 9

Dylan Larkin's trade request 'sucks,' but Alex DeBrincat still has his back

No general manager. Your captain wanting out. One of your team’s top defensemen unsigned. Pretty much nothing is on solid ground for the Detroit Red Wings right now.

Alex DeBrincat reiterates desire to re-sign in Detroit

Report: Edvinsson still intending to attend Red Wings camp even without contract

The '1996-1998 Detroit Red Wings' quiz

Simon Edvinsson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 8

Simon Edvinsson’s Contract Talks On Hold Until Red Wings Find New GM

Sept 8, 2026: According to Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic, Edvinsson intends to attend Red Wings training camp later this month, even if he remains unsigned.

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.

Simon Edvinsson News / Daily Faceoff / September 8

Report: Edvinsson still intending to attend Red Wings camp even without contract

Some positive news in Hockeytown…sort of. According to Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic, defenseman Simon Edvinsson is planning to attend the Detroit Red Wings‘ training camp later this month, despite having yet to sign a new contract.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / September 8

Redoing the Red Wings’ 2019 Draft Class

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The 'NFL's active passing-leaders' quiz

The '2026 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

The 'Last 1st-round QB by NFL team' quiz

The 'NCAA football national champions' quiz

Nate Danielson News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / September 7

Red Wings Need Nate Danielson to Become More Than a Prospect

Nate Danielson was once one of the shiny new pieces of the Yzerplan. Three years after being drafted ninth overall, the question isn't what he might become someday.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / September 7

Red Wings’ Next GM Has a Long To-Do List to Complete

When the Detroit Red Wings’ new general manager steps into Little Caesars Arena, they won’t have the luxury of easing into the job. While the new GM will need time to bring their vision to life, several important decisions are already waiting on their desk, with the Dylan Larkin situation being the most pressing.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / September 6

Inside the Upcoming Red Wings’ 2026 NHL Prospect Tournament

The Detroit Red Wings' upcoming four-team 2026 NHL Prospect Tournament is slated to run from Sept. 12 to Sept. 15. The event is to take place at BELFOR

Simon Edvinsson News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / September 6

Red Wings' Simon Edvinsson Problem Is Only Getting More Expensive

The Detroit Red Wings have spent the summer waiting to sign Simon Edvinsson. Or, maybe Edvinsson has been waiting. There are so many unknowns surrounding this team.

Dylan Larkin News / NHL Trade Talk / September 6

Did Dylan Larkin Botch His Trade Request from the Red Wings?

Dylan Larkin‘s trade request has generated plenty of speculation, but a closer look at the situation suggests the Detroit Red Wings captain may have boxed himself in with the terms of his own list.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / September 5

Did the Red Wings Make the Right Choice Between Trey Augustine and Sebastian Cossa?

For the past few years, the Red Wings had the unusual luxury of having two legitimate high-end goaltending prospects in its system. Sebastian Cossa represented the first major investment when Detroit picked him 15th overall in the 2021 NHL Draft.

Dylan Larkin News / Lindy's Sports / September 5

Red Wings Need to Trade Dylan Larkin ASAP

The Detroit Red Wings got a shock in June when captain Dylan Larkin asked for a trade out of the only NHL team that he’s ever known. The 30-year-old Waterford, Michigan, native was drafted by the Red Wings with the 15th overall pick in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft, and he has played all 11 of his NHL seasons with his home-state team.

Detroit Red Wings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 4

Red Wings Moving Forward With Candidates For New GM Position

The Detroit Red Wings appear to be moving forward in their search for a new General Manager. According to Puckpedia, the Wings have told a few candidates they were interviewing that they are no longer in the running for the position.

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.

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.

Ben Chiarot News / Inside The Rink / August 28

ECHL: New Mexico Goatheads Sign Defenseman Aaron Chiarot

The New Mexico Goatheads have enhanced their blue line by signing defenseman Aaron Chiarot to an ECHL contract for the 2026-2027 season. At 24 years old, Chiarot joins New Mexico after completing his first season as a professional.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21

Tigers GM Jeff Greenberg reportedly a candidate for Red Wings GM job

The NHL’s Detroit Red Wings are searching for a general manager. One of the potential candidates is already in Detroit but in a different league.

The '1984 World Champion Detroit Tigers' quiz

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL Rumors / August 29

2026-27 Detroit Red Wings Season Preview

The Detroit Red Wings enter the 2026–27 season aiming to end a 10-year playoff drought. The Red Wings were able to add some scoring help by signing Viktor Arvidsson at the start of free agency, but they lost Patrick Kane.