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What has gone wrong for the Detroit Red Wings?

Don’t look now, but the Detroit Red Wings appear to be in another free fall. They were so strong to start the season, and had a solid hold on a playoff spot all season.

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Red Wings Reassign Axel Sandin-Pellikka

The Red Wings announced that they’ve reassigned defenseman Axel Sandin Pellikka to AHL Grand Rapids. It’s the first minor-league stint of the season for the rookie, who was temporarily assigned to Grand Rapids at the trade deadline to make him eligible to suit up in the AHL down the stretch.

Dylan Larkin News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 23

Red Wings’ Dylan Larkin a game-time decision for Tuesday’s Senators game

The Detroit Red Wings have been hoping to get some of their reinforcements back at this point in the season, and it looks like they may get lucky. Dylan

Dylan Larkin News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 22

Red Wings’ Dylan Larkin injury return is coming ‘pretty soon’

The Detroit Red Wings are in the middle of the Atlantic Division with a record of 38-24-8, and they have a chance of making a playoff push. Though they’ve taken a slip over the past few weeks, there could still be light at the end of the tunnel for them, and the hope is that they can get back some of their key players.

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The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players responsible for the best receiving season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / March 22

Red Wings’ Remarkably Healthy Season Is Catching Up to Them

Every NHL season comes with its ups and downs, with one of the most reliable downs being injuries. You can’t really complain about injuries since every team deals with them every year.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Moritz Seider News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 22

Moritz Seider hits Red Wings with reality check after Bruins loss

Moritz Seider and the Detroit Red Wings took on the Boston Bruins on Saturday in a game they had to have. They were tied on points with the Bruins for the top Wild Card spot in the East.

Patrick Kane News / Last Word On Sports / March 21

Patrick Kane is Proving He Belongs With the Detroit Red Wings for Another Season

Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane is defying age, playing a pivotal role in their recent win over the Calgary Flames with two goals and an assist in Thursday’s win over the Montreal Canadiens.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 21

NHL Predictions: Detroit Red Wings vs Boston Bruins, March 21st

This is NHL Predictions at Last Word On Hockey. Today’s edition features two teams with ultra-high stakes. The Detroit Red Wings and Boston Bruins are gearing up to square-off in a game in which you couldn’t ask for a more entertaining scenario.

Detroit Red Wings News / Daily Faceoff / March 20

Red Wings aren't all-in enough, and it could cost them a playoff spot

The Detroit Red Wings have been plugging along in a rebuild for nearly 10 years.

Red Wings continue to slide in playoff race

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The '1996-1998 Detroit Red Wings' quiz

John Leonard News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 20

Red Wings Reassign John Leonard

The Red Wings announced Friday that they’ve assigned left-winger John Leonard to AHL Grand Rapids. The move comes after center Andrew Copp returned to the lineup in last night’s win over the Canadiens, scoring a goal after sitting out just three games with a leg injury that was initially expected to keep him out for at least two weeks.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / March 20

Red Wings Should Extend Alex DeBrincat Sooner Rather Than Later

To this point in the Red Wings’ rebuild under general manager Steve Yzerman, most of his signature additions to Detroit’s roster have been through the draft.

Alex Debrincat News / Field Level Media / March 19

Alex DeBrincat all the Red Wings need to take down Canadiens

Alex DeBrincat scored the go-ahead goal and assisted on Detroit's two other goals as the host Red Wings notched a 3-1 victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 19

NHL Predictions: Detroit Red Wings vs Montreal Canadiens, March 19th

This is NHL Predictions at the Last Word On Hockey, featuring a detailed analysis of two teams who know that every point counts as March rolls on. The Detroit Red Wings and Montreal Canadiens are ready to face-off on Thursday night and it’s a matchup with clear Stanley Cup Playoff implications.

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Detroit Red Wings News / The Sick Podcast / March 19

Another Must-Win Game For Habs Tonight Vs. Red Wings

The Montreal Canadiens (37-20-10) are in Detroit tonight to take on the Red Wings (37-23-8) in what is another must-win for the Habs for the 2nd time this week as they look to create some separation between themselves and the Red Wings.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / March 19

Red Wings’ 'Rule of 3' Key to Playoff Berth

Coming out of the Olympic break, the Detroit Red Wings are just 4-4-2 – not exactly the kind of stretch a playoff team can afford with the standings tightening.

Detroit Red Wings News / Daily Faceoff / March 18

Red Wings continue to slide in playoff race

The Detroit Red Wings, who famously made the postseason for 25 consecutive seasons from 1991 through 2016, are now in danger of missing the playoffs for a 10th consecutive season.

Patrick Kane moves up U.S. goals list in Wings' win over Flames

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Detroit Red Wings News / Last Word On Sports / March 18

Detroit Red Wings Bracing for a Wild NHL Atlantic Division Gauntlet

The dominoes couldn’t have gotten any more complicated for the Detroit Red Wings regarding their NHL Atlantic Division rivals. On Monday night, the Red Wings easily handled the Calgary Flames in a 5-2 win, the Boston Bruins lost in overtime, and on Sunday, the Montreal Canadiens lost in regulation.

NHL News / Professor Press Box / March 17

Positives & Negatives in Flames’ Loss to Red Wings

Detroit’s Little Caesars Arena was buzzing Monday night, and the Detroit Red Wings took care of business, with a 5-2 win over the Calgary Flames. Patrick Kane scored twice, while Alex DeBrincat set up three goals.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 16

Patrick Kane moves up U.S. goals list in Wings' win over Flames

Patrick Kane scored twice and Alex DeBrincat collected three assists as the host Detroit Red Wings rolled to a 5-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Monday, ending a three-game losing streak.

Eddie Genborg News / Daily Faceoff / March 15

Red Wings sign Eddie Genborg to three-year, entry-level contract

The Detroit Red Wings announced Sunday they signed forward Eddie Genborg to a three-year, entry-level contract that will start in 2026-27. He will report to the Red Wings’ AHL affiliate, the Grand Rapids Griffins, on an amateur tryout for the remainder of the 2025-26 season.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL Trade Talk / March 14

Detroit’s Deadline Gamble at Center Is Being Tested

The Detroit Red Wings are facing a serious problem at the worst possible time of the season. With March being an important month for the team to cement their spot in the playoffs, injuries have hit, and their inaction at the trade deadline appears to be coming back to haunt them.

Detroit Red Wings News / Breakaway on SI / March 14

Red Wings' Playoff Hopes Fade with Key Injuries Down Stretch

The Detroit Red Wings' playoff hopes continue to fade as key injuries to their core offense have the team stumbling through the final month of the season.

Detroit Red Wings News / Field Level Media / March 12

Red Wings' Dylan Larkin, Andrew Copp out at least 2 weeks

Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin and fellow forward Andrew Copp will be sidelined at least two weeks due to their respective leg injuries, head coach Todd McLellan announced Thursday.