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The Detroit Red Wings have won two games and lost one game as their six-game Western road trip began on Thursday night against the Columbus Blue Jackets.

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Red Wings place Mason Appleton on IR, recall Erik Gustafsson

The Red Wings announced that winger Mason Appleton has been placed on injured reserve, retroactive to Nov. 29, with a lower-body injury. Coming up from the AHL is veteran defenseman Erik Gustafsson to take his place on the active roster.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / December 11

Red Wings Improve to 3-0-1 on Road-Trip after Holding off Flames

Despite nearly blowing a 4-0 lead, the Red Wings held off a late push from the Calgary Flames, who are the winners of three straight coming into this game.

Erik Gustafsson News / Inside The Rink / December 11

Detroit Red Wings Recall Erik Gustafsson on Emergency Basis

The Detroit Red Wings picked up a 4-3 win last night over the Flames to improve to 3-0-1 on their road trip. They play tonight against the Edmonton Oilers and then again on Saturday against the Chicago Blackhawks as they conclude the trip.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / December 11

Red Wings take lessons learned into encounter vs. Oilers

The Detroit Red Wings will continue their season-long six-game road trip on Thursday night in Edmonton having received reminders of both how well they can play and how much they can't afford to let up when in control of a game.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Simon Edvinsson News / Inside The Rink / December 11

Simon Edvinsson Leaves Win Over the Flames

The Detroit Red Wings picked up their fourth win in their last five games. They beat the Flames 4-3. The Red Wings did suffer a loss ans they finished the game without defenseman Simon Edvinsson as he left the game with a lower-body injury.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / December 10

Red Wings Could’ve Fixed Their Goaltending Issues in 2012

The Detroit Red Wings (16-11-3) are the only team in the Eastern Conference with a trio of 30+ point scorers (Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat).

John Gibson News / Inside The Rink / December 10

John Gibson Thrives on High-Danger Shots: A Breakdown

Wins in three straight starts, including a shutout against the Vancouver Canucks in his most recent start. The numbers haven’t been perfect; over the three games that he won, he has still allowed seven goals against.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 9

Rolling Red Wings, Flames don't want to take steps back

The Detroit Red Wings are enjoying a two-game winning streak and a run of five games garnering points but are well aware they must not take a step back when they continue their road trip Wednesday at the Calgary Flames.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 9

Red Wings Mock Trade for Quinn Hughes

For those unaware, there have been some strange coincidences with my personal life and the Detroit Red Wings. First, our son Emmet was born and the Red Wings selected Emmitt Finnie in the very next draft.

Steve Yzerman News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 9

Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman takes subtle shot at goaltending

The Detroit Red Wings have climbed back into first place in the Atlantic Division after a 4-0 win on the road against the Vancouver Canucks on Monday. While they have won three of the last four, goaltending has been a topic of conversation for the Red Wings.

Detroit Red Wings News / Inside The Rink / December 9

Analyzing Detroit’s Best Trade Options

With the most recent episode of the Kicking Tires podcast coming out, we had our first real talk about trade options. It’s something I’ve covered before, and generally, I still fall on the side of anyone who helps.

John Gibson News / The Hockey Writers / December 9

John Gibson’s 39 Saves Lead Red Wings to 4-0 Victory Over Canucks

The Detroit Red Wings got some brilliant goaltending from John Gibson on Monday night as they beat the Vancouver Canucks 4-0 at Rogers Arena for their second straight win.

John Gibson News / Field Level Media / December 9

John Gibson stymies Canucks in first Red Wings shutout

John Gibson made 39 saves for his first shutout as a member of the Red Wings, and Detroit moved into first place in the Atlantic Division with a 4-0 victory over the host Vancouver Canucks on Monday.

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Detroit Red Wings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 8

14-year NHL forward Craig Smith announces retirement

As expected, forward Craig Smith has hung up his skates after 14 years in the NHL. The Magnuson Hockey Agency, which represented Smith, announced the retirement.

Craig Smith News / Daily Faceoff / December 8

Craig Smith retires after 14-season NHL career

A longtime secondary scorer has hung up his skates. On Monday, former NHL forward Craig Smith officially announced his retirement from pro hockey. In a statement released through Magnuson Hockey Agency, Smith expressed his gratitude for his 14-year career in the league.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 8

Canucks, Red Wings have reportedly spoken about Quinn Hughes

Following up on his report from Saturday Headlines, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman has reported on another team that has spoken to the Vancouver Canucks regarding a potential trade for star defenseman Quinn Hughes.

Sebastian Cossa News / Daily Faceoff / December 5

It’s time for the Red Wings to give Sebastian Cossa a shot

The Detroit Red Wings have a history of star netminders. From Harry Lumley and Terry Sawchuk to Chris Osgood and Jimmy Howard, the Original Six franchise has had a number of standout goaltenders who have led the team to success.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / December 4

Do the Red Wings have the tools to acquire Quinn Hughes?

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NHL News / Yardbarker / November 16

Chaos unfolds as benches empty following Rangers-Red Wings game

The Detroit Red Wings were 2-1 winners over the New York Rangers on Sunday night in a game they completely controlled from start to finish. What is going to get most of the headlines from this game, however, is what happened after the game ended.

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