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Red Wings GM Shawn Horcoff Makes Stance on Simon Edvinsson Drama Clear

The Detroit Red Wings and interim general manager Shawn Horcoff continue to be at a standstill with young defenseman Simon Edvinsson. So much so that Horcoff talked to the media recently and told them his stance on the whole thing, per Brad Galli and other Detroit-area reporters.

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Alex DeBrincat’s ‘immense pride’ message after massive new Red Wings contract

It’s hard to imagine a better Tuesday night than the one Detroit Red Wings forward Alex DeBrincat had. DeBrincat scored two goals in an overtime loss to the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday.

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How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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Dylan Larkin News / Daily Faceoff / October 14

Location continues to be the sticking point for a Dylan Larkin trade

As we go further into the 2026-27 season, the question remains: Will the Detroit Red Wings trade Dylan Larkin? Larkin’s name has been in headlines since June, when he was first asked for a trade from the only team he’s ever known.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Simon Edvinsson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 14

Red Wings Have No Interest In Trading Simon Edvinsson

Contract negotiations have dragged out the start of the 2026-27 season for Detroit Red Wings’ defenseman Simon Edvinsson. The 23 year old is looking for the first deal after his entry-level contract, which saw him rise into a top-four role on the Red Wings’ blue line.

Simon Edvinsson News / Daily Faceoff / October 14

Is Simon Edvinsson’s return to North America a good sign for Red Wings?

There’s hope in Hockeytown, as one of the top young blueliners in the game is back on this side of the pond. Detroit Red Wings defenseman Simon Edvinsson has returned to North America after he went back to Sweden following training camp last month.

Simon Edvinsson News / NHL Trade Talk / October 14

Tactic or Truth?: Red Wings Reveal Decision on Simon Edvinsson

The Detroit Red Wings are not looking to trade Simon Edvinsson. Despite the lack of a contract extension and trade rumors surrounding the unsigned defenseman, interim GM Shawn Horcoff told the media this week, “I have zero interest in trading Simon Edvinsson.” He adds, “Not something I’m entertaining.

Detroit Red Wings News / Daily Faceoff / October 14

Red Wings have 'zero interest' in trading Simon Edvinsson

Red Wings interim GM Shawn Horcoff says there's 'zero interest' in trading Simon Edvinsson

While Simon Edvinsson is back on this side of the globe, concerns remain about his future with the Detroit Red Wings.

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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.

Alex Debrincat News / Daily Faceoff / October 14

Alex DeBrincat signing comes as a surprise amidst Red Wings chaos

The Detroit Red Wings locked up one of their highly skilled forwards on Tuesday, signing Alex DeBrincat to a seven-year contract extension that will carry a cap hit of $13 million.

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Simon Edvinsson News / NHL Rumors / October 14

Simon Edvinsson Heading Back to North American, and Some Potential Landing Spots

TSN: Simon Edvinsson had been training in Sweden since the end of training camp, but he’s heading back to North America to work with a trainer, according to Chris Johnston.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / October 14

The Red Wings Paid One Dollar for a Player Who Helped Them Win Four Stanley Cups

One dollar doesn't buy much these days. Thirty-three years ago, it bought the Detroit Red Wings a future four-time Stanley Cup champion. On June 30, 1993, the Red Wings acquired Kris Draper from the Winnipeg Jets for future considerations.

Alex Debrincat News / The Forkball / October 14

Red Wings Near Seven-Year Extension With Alex DeBrincat

The Detroit Red Wings are finalizing a seven-year contract extension with forward Alex DeBrincat worth $13 million per season, according to ESPN. The agreement would keep the 28-year-old winger in Detroit for the foreseeable future as the team works to improve its position in the Atlantic Division.

Alex Debrincat News / Field Level Media / October 13

Report: Alex DeBrincat, Red Wings finalizing 7-year contract extension

Forward Alex DeBrincat and the Detroit Red Wings are finalizing a seven-year contract extension valued at $13 million annually, ESPN reported on Tuesday night.

Alex Debrincat News / NHL Trade Talk / October 13

Red Wings Close In on Seven-Year Extension With Alex DeBrincat

The Red Wings may have lost on the ice Tuesday, but it appears they have picked up a massive win for the organization in a different way. News is surfacing that the organization and star forward Alex DeBrincat are close to signing a contract extension.

Detroit Red Wings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 13

Red Wings finalizing long-term extension with Alex DeBrincat in much-needed piece of good news for Detroit

A major storyline has come out Tuesday night as the Detroit Red Wings are “closing in” on a seven-year extension with forward Alex DeBrincat.

Seven trade destinations to watch for Red Wings' Simon Edvinsson

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Alex Debrincat News / Daily Faceoff / October 13

Red Wings sign Alex DeBrincat to seven-year extension

The Detroit Red Wings have agreed to terms on a seven-year contract extension with forward Alex DeBrincat, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported Tuesday evening.

Simon Edvinsson News / NHL Trade Talk / October 13

Breakthrough on the Contract Front Between Edvinsson and the Red Wings?

Chris Johnston said on TSN Insider Trading Tuesday that things have changed a bit over the past 24 hours with defenseman Simon Edvinsson. The Detroit Red Wings still haven’t signed him to an extension, but there was movement this week, even if it’s not the kind of movement that suggests a contract extension or a trade is imminent.

NHL News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / October 13

Red Wings Begin Three Game Homestand Against Devils

With a 1-3-1 record, the Detroit Red Wings begin a three-game homestand at Little Caesars Arena by hosting the New Jersey Devils on Oct. 13. The Eastern Conference battle will kick off "Frozen Frenzy" action, in which all 32 NHL teams will see action.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 13