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Steve Yzerman Lays Out Canada’s Expectations for 2026 Olympics

Four months out from the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Detroit Red Wings GM and former Olympic gold medalist Steve Yzerman knows exactly what awaits Team Canada.

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Steve Yzerman, Wayne Gretzky hit Team Canada Olympics GM with warning

The 2026 Milan Olympics wil feature NHL players in the Men’s Ice Hockey competition for the first time since 2012. After a legendary 4 Nations Face-Off Championship Game, Canada and the USA both have gold medal aspirations.

Emmitt Finnie News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 20

Red Wings’ Emmitt Finnie off to impressive start

Missing the playoffs for the last nine years, the Detroit Red Wings have had several top-15 overall picks in the first round and have several above-average prospects remaining in their pipeline.

Steve Yzerman News / NHL Trade Talk / October 20

Red Wings’ Hot Start Could Push Yzerman to Be an Early Trade Buyer

The Detroit Red Wings are quickly becoming one of the biggest surprises of the NHL season — and if their strong play continues, they could force general manager Steve Yzerman to accelerate his plans and enter the trade market sooner than expected.

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Detroit Red Wings News / Field Level Media / October 19

NHL roundup: Unlikely hero lifts Red Wings to 5th straight win

Emmitt Finnie scored the first two goals of his NHL career and added an assist as the host Detroit Red Wings stretched their winning streak to five games with a 4-2 win over the Edmonton Oilers on Sunday afternoon.

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Some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

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Emmitt Finnie News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 19

Red Wings’ Emmitt Finnie reacts to incredible 2-goal effort vs. Oilers

The Detroit Red Wings have fully embraced a youth movement this season. They carried three rookies on the NHL roster out of training camp. And they’ve all earned the trust of head coach Todd McLellan.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / October 19

Larkin & Finnie Power Red Wings to 4-2 Win Over Oilers

The Detroit Red Wings (5-1-0) hosted the Edmonton Oilers (2-3-1) in a Sunday matinée (Oct. 19). Edmonton came into this contest on a two-game losing streak, while Detroit brought a four-game winning streak into this matchup.

Emmitt Finnie News / Field Level Media / October 19

Emmitt Finnie nets first two career goals as Red Wings top Oilers

Emmitt Finnie scored the first two goals of his NHL career and added an assist as the host Detroit Red Wings stretched their winning streak to five games with a 4-2 win over Edmonton Oilers on Sunday afternoon.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / October 19

Red Wings Weekly #2 – Sailing Through the Atlantic

Welcome back to Red Wings Weekly! In this weekly column, we like to take a look at the Red Wings’ most-recent week of play, identify any players and/or trends that stood out, and then look ahead and find out what the next week may have in store for the team from Hockeytown.

Patrick Kane News / Field Level Media / October 19

Red Wings F Patrick Kane (upper body) out vs. Oilers

Veteran forward Patrick Kane will not suit up for the Detroit Red Wings on Sunday against the visiting Edmonton Oilers due to an upper-body injury. Kane, who turns 37 next month, did not practice Saturday after crashing into the boards the previous night in Detroit's 2-1 overtime win over the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Detroit Red Wings News / Inside The Rink / October 19

Hot or Him: Over-Performances or Improved Players?

For a team that was most likely to miss the playoffs, a 4-1-0 start is certainly something to take note of. Detroit has been able to sweep last season’s divisional seeds, beating Toronto, Florida, and Tampa Bay in one week.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 19

Red-hot Red Wings set to host low-scoring Oilers

There hasn't been a common thread to the Detroit Red Wings' four-game winning streak. They don't care how they reach that end result as long as the victories keep piling up.

Patrick Kane News / Daily Faceoff / October 18

Red Wings’ Patrick Kane to miss game Sunday against Oilers

Showtime is temporarily cancelled in Detroit. Detroit Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan confirmed Saturday that veteran winger Patrick Kane will miss Sunday’s game against the Edmonton Oilers.

Detroit Red Wings News / Inside The Rink / October 18

RED HOT WINGS: How Has Detroit Started So Hot?

I’m man enough to admit when I’m wrong. In my October preview, I had Detroit at 2-2-1 at this point. I was so far off that Detroit is atop the Atlantic division and 4-1-0 to start the season.

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Dylan Larkin News / Field Level Media / October 17

Dylan Larkin's late OT goal propels Red Wings past Lightning

Dylan Larkin's breakaway goal with 1:24 left in overtime lifted the host Detroit Red Wings to a 2-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Friday night.

Nikita Kucherov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 17

Lightning star winger misses game vs. Red Wings due to illness

The Tampa Bay Lightning have announced that star winger Nikita Kucherov will be held out of Friday night’s game due to an illness. Kucherov has three points, one penalty, and a minus-eight through four games this season.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / October 17

Gap remains in negotiations between Jacob Markstrom, New Jersey Devils

TSN: Pierre LeBrun spoke with Toronto Maple Leafs (MLSE CEO and president), Keith Pelley. “One of the things that Pelley said is that it’s “go time,” especially with the cap going up.

Simon Edvinsson News / The Hockey Writers / October 17

Simon Edvinsson’s Development Key to Red Wings Defense

From the moment the Detroit Red Wings made Simon Edvinsson the sixth selection in the 2021 draft, it was clear the towering defenseman would be an important part of the organization’s long-term plan.

Detroit Red Wings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 16

Detroit Red Wings are shopping surplus defensemen

The Detroit Red Wings are attempting to resolve their surplus of defensemen through the trade market.

Gustafsson, Hamonic may be on the move as younger players overtake them in Detroit

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Detroit Red Wings News / Daily Faceoff / October 16

Gustafsson, Hamonic may be on the move as younger players overtake them in Detroit

With the emergence of Axel Sandin-Pellikka, Simon Edvinsson and Albert Johansson, the Detroit Red Wings have a crowded blue line. It’s a refreshing sight for Red Wings fans, who after Wednesday’s 4-1 win over the defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers are now 3-1-0 through their first four games of the season.

John Gibson News / Daily Faceoff / October 16

Should the Red Wings already be worried about John Gibson?

The Detroit Red Wings took a major swing in the off-season to try to fix a longstanding issue between the pipes by acquiring veteran John Gibson from the Anaheim Ducks.

Detroit Red Wings News / Breakaway on SI / October 16

Red Wings Showing Early Signs of Progress

The Detroit Red Wings defeated the Florida Panthers at home by a final score of 4-1, giving the Wings their third straight victory. After losing a stinker of a game against the Montreal Canadiens in their season opener, they are showing some early signs of progress.

Detroit Red Wings News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Red Wings Exploring Trades for Two Veterans Amid Roster Concerns

The Detroit Red Wings’ blue line may soon look different, or at the very least, a bit thinner. The Fourth Period's David Pagnotta reported that the team is exploring ways to clear a growing defensive logjam.

Detroit Red Wings News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman Breaks Silence on Relationship with Dylan Larkin

The Detroit Red Wings missing the postseason for the ninth consecutive season left visible frustration in the locker room. For the first time since friction between general manager Steve Yzerman and team captain Dylan Larkin surfaced, Yzerman has publicly addressed his relationship with his player.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL Trade Talk / October 13