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Do the Red Wings Have $50M Pending UFA In Their Trade Sights?

NHL teams were busy at the draft, in free agency, and then made deals shortly thereafter. The Detroit Red Wings were among those that made moves, landing John Gibson from the Anaheim Ducks and sending Vladimir Tarasenko to the Minnesota Wild.

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Jets sign forward Parker Ford to two-year contract

The Winnipeg Jets have signed forward Parker Ford to a two-year, two-way, $1.625MM contract. The deal will carry an $812.5K salary at the NHL level. Ford entered restricted free agency this summer after spending the last three seasons on an entry-level contract.

Cole Fraser News / Inside The Rink / July 18

ECHL: Cole Fraser Joins Worcester Railers

The Worcester Railers have announced that they’ve signed defenseman Cole Fraser for the 2025-26 season. Fraser, 25, played in 35 games last season with the Allen Americans, where he put up two goals and two assists for four points along with 88 PIMS.

Detroit Red Wings News / Daily Faceoff / July 18

2025-26 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Detroit Red Wings’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses, and so much more.

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The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

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Detroit Red Wings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 16

Detroit Red Wings 2025 NHL free agency grades for every signing

The Detroit Red Wings needed to make some major moves in NHL Free Agency this summer. And to some extent, they did make big moves. The Red Wings traded for goaltender John Gibson to kick off their offseason activity.

Carter Bear News / Daily Faceoff / July 16

Red Wings sign Carter Bear to three-year, entry-level contract

One of the top picks from this year’s draft has inked his first NHL contract. On Wednesday, the Detroit Red Wings announced that the team has signed forward Carter Bear to a three-year, entry-level contract.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 16

Fresh faces: Five players that will make the biggest impact on their new NHL team

Let's take a look at the five players that will make the biggest impact on their new NHL team.

Hurricanes sign defenseman Domenick Fensore to one-year contract

Canucks ‘still monitoring’ remaining UFA options; actively working to clear cap space: report

The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 16

Canadiens sign former first-round pick

According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the Montreal Canadiens are closing in on a contract for center Joe Veleno. It’ll be a coming-home party for the former first-round pick, who’s from Montreal and spent his junior days with the QMJHL’s Saint John Sea Dogs and Drummondville Voltigeurs.

Detroit Red Wings News / Last Word On Sports / July 16

Top Detroit Red Wings Defining Moments

Hockey and sports in general can be broken down into moments. Some moments are bigger than others and chart the course of a franchise and an entire league.

Dougie Hamilton News / Athlon Sports / July 15

Red Wings Predicted to Trade For Devils' Dougie Hamilton

The Detroit Red Wings have seen better days as an organization. Detroit is one of the more historic franchises in the NHL, but the team hasn't qualified for the playoffs since the 2015-16 season.

Detroit Red Wings News / Breakaway on SI / July 15

Red Wings Must Avoid Massive Trade Mistake

The Detroit Red Wings have become the latest team entangled in trade speculation for a highly-coveted defenseman. The Pittsburgh Penguins, cruising into the beginning stages of their rebuild, have former Norris Trophy winner Erik Karlsson on their roster.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / July 14

Red Wings: 3 Prospects Entering Critical 2025-26 Season

With the Detroit Red Wings in the midst of a relatively muted offseason, focus seems to be shifting towards the organization’s prospects and young players.

Jack Campbell News / The Hockey Writers / July 13

Does Jack Campbell Have One More NHL Comeback Left in Him?

Jack Campbell’s NHL journey has been nothing short of a rollercoaster. Drafted 11th overall in 2010, he entered the league with high expectations—but took the long road through development struggles, injuries, and uncertainty before finally emerging as a reliable backup with the Los Angeles Kings.

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Detroit Red Wings News / Inside The Rink / July 13

Detroit Red Wings Roster Projection

The Detroit Red Wings finished the 2024-25 NHL season in sixth place in the Atlantic Division with 86 points. The team improved its roster in free agency by acquiring goaltender John Gibson from the Anaheim Ducks on the eve of free agency.

Erik Karlsson News / The Hockey Writers / July 11

Should the Red Wings Trade for Erik Karlsson?

Over the last couple weeks, there’s been some chatter about the Detroit Red Wings pursuing Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Erik Karlsson as a trade target.

John Gibson News / The Hockey Writers / July 9

Expectations for New Red Wings Goaltender John Gibson

When the Detroit Red Wings acquired goaltender John Gibson from the Anaheim Ducks, the former all-star provided the organization with something they haven’t had in several years – stability in net.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / July 8

Red Wings Labeled 'Too Perfect' Fit for Veteran Penguins Forward

The Detroit Red Wings' long playoff drought could push general manager Steve Yzerman to explore aggressive trade options during the offseason in a desperate attempt to crack the playoffs next season.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / July 8

3 Red WIngs’ Trade Partners in 2025 Offseason

With the first week of NHL free agency behind us, all of the notable free agents have either re-signed or joined a new organization by now. With many teams still tinkering with their depth chart as well as others that are managing their salary cap, the NHL offseason is far from over.

Michael Leighton News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 7

Red Wings Hire Michael Leighton As Goaltending Coach

Former NHL netminder is joining Todd McLellan’s staff in Detroit and will serve as the Red Wings’ goaltending coach, according to a press release from the team.

Michael Leighton News / Daily Faceoff / July 7

Red Wings hire former NHLer Michael Leighton as goaltending coach

A former netminder with loads of experience is back in the NHL in a different role. On Monday, Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman announced the team has hired former NHL goaltender Michael Leighton as the team’s new goalie coach.

Steve Yzerman News / NHL Trade Talk / July 6

Oilers, Jets forwards among big misses by Red Wings GM

He is now staking his reputation squarely on the shoulders of the team’s young core.

Three NHL teams that are having the best offseason so far

...and teams that have missed the mark

Western Conference free-agency recap

Eastern Conference free-agency recap

No-trade clauses halt potential Edmonton moves as two players say no

Maple Leafs are reportedly interested in this free-agent center

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 6

Three NHL teams that have missed the mark this offseason

Three NHL teams that have missed the mark so far this offseason

There is still time for these teams to change their offseason, and one big trade can still impact things, but through the first week, these teams have dropped the ball. So far.

Five best signings from the first day of NHL free agency

Five worst signings from the first day of NHL free agency

Best, worst value contracts signed so far in NHL free agency

Eastern Conference free-agency recap

Red Wings forward announces retirement in surprising move