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Red Wings’ Top 10 Candidates to Replace Steve Yzerman as General Manager

It’s fair to say that Steve Yzerman is leaving the Detroit Red Wings in a stronger position than the one he inherited in 2019. During his tenure, the organization assembled a promising young core, rebuilt its prospect pipeline, and established a foundation that should support long-term success.

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Alex DeBrincat posts goodbye to Patrick Kane after Blackhawks signing

Alex DeBrincat got a chance to reunite with Patrick Kane and play another stint in Detroit with the Red Wings. But the time has now come for them to part

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 23

Patrick Kane's exit makes Dylan Larkin's Red Wings problem even worse

Patrick Kane is going home. Dylan Larkin would still prefer to leave his.

Blackhawks reunite with Patrick Kane on two-year deal, fulfilling Connor Bedard's wish

The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

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The 'Hart Trophy winners since 1983' 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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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

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The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 23

Blackhawks grant Connor Bedard's wish, reunite with franchise icon

Blackhawks reunite with Patrick Kane on two-year deal, fulfilling Connor Bedard's wish

Chicago selected Kane with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2007 NHL Draft, and he more than lived up to the hype, becoming one of the best players in franchise history.

Patrick Kane's exit makes Dylan Larkin's Red Wings problem even worse

Senators GM says he saw signs Brady Tkachuk wanted out over a year ago

Islanders fans will love Matthew Schaefer's contract comments

NHL's Jets, PGA Tour roast Heat for LeBron James mishap

Chiefs' new stadium renderings look just like NHL team's arena

Patrick Kane News / Daily Faceoff / July 23

Patrick Kane returns to Blackhawks on two-year contract

One of the biggest superstars to call the Windy City home is returning to the shores of Lake Michigan. On Thursday, the Chicago Blackhawks announced that the team has signed future Hall of Famer Patrick Kane to a two-year contract.

Patrick Kane News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 23

Patrick Kane Returns To Blackhawks On Two-Year Deal

Patrick Kane is going back to Chicago, first reported by Elliotte Friedman. Kane is signing a two-year deal and will make $8MM annually, which will take him through the 2027-28 season, when Kane will turn 39-years-old, per the Blackhawks press release.

Kirill Tyutyayev News / Inside The Rink / July 22

ECHL: Kirill Tyutyayev Heads Overseas

The Grasshopper Club Küsnacht Lions of the Swiss Hockey League announced Wednesday that former Fort Wayne Komets player Kirill Tyutyayev has joined the team for the upcoming 2026-2027 season.

Dylan Larkin News / The Hockey Writers / July 22

Why Dylan Larkin Might Still Be a Red Wing on Opening Night

In the weeks since Dylan Larkin’s trade request became a piece of public knowledge, we’ve seen a lot of change within the Red Wings’ organization. The team moved on from a top goaltending prospect in Sebastian Cossa, a promising depth contributor in Amadeus Lombardi, and finally they have unseated Steve Yzerman as the team’s general manager.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 22

Red Wings’ biggest mistake so far in 2026 NHL free agency

The Detroit Red Wings cannot seem to escape the headlines this summer. First, captain Dylan Larkin requested a trade from the team. That situation has continued to linger throughout the summer with no apparent resolution.

Patrick Kane News / NHL Trade Talk / July 21

The Pressure is Building on Patrick Kane’s Free Agency Decision

Patrick Kane’s free agency has narrowed to two cities, and per Chris Chelios, the decision itself is genuinely difficult — a choice between “going home”

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / July 21

Red Wings’ Best-Case Scenarios for 2026-27 Season

As the Detroit Red Wings are currently in the midst of one of the most important offseasons in quite a few years, the 2026-27 season could be just as important.

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The '250 three-pointer NBA seasons' quiz

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The 'NFL yards-per-catch leaders' quiz

The 'Youngest 4K-yard NFL passers' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 20

Connor Bedard wants Patrick Kane back with the Blackhawks

Following Connor Bedard's five-year contract extension, the young NHL star has made it public that he wants Patrick Kane to sign with the Chicago Blackhawks.

Blackhawks lock up Bedard with staggering extension

Blackhawks' Bedard extension is a win-win deal

Analyzing Bedard's contract extension

Jamie Drysdale opens up about his new deal with Flyers

Blue Jackets’ Isac Lundestrom undergoes surgery on Achilles

Jack Campbell announces retirement from hockey

Detroit Red Wings News / Daily Faceoff / July 20

2026-27 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.

Adam Fantilli News / NHL Rumors / July 20

NHL Rumors: Adam Fantilli, Detroit Red Wings GM Candidates, and Top Remaining Free Agents

Mark Scheig: Potential contract ranges for Columbus Blue Jackets RFA Adam Fantilli after Connor Bedard signed his five-year, $15 million per deal. Three

Jack Campbell News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 20

Jack Campbell Retires From Professional Hockey

Jack Campbell has announced his retirement from professional hockey at the age of 34. He announced on his Instagram. The veteran goaltender had not played

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 20

Jack Campbell announces retirement from hockey

Soupy is calling it a career. On Sunday, free agent goaltender Jack Campbell announced via Instagram that he is retiring from professional hockey. In his

Steve Yzerman News / NHL Trade Talk / July 18

Why Did Steve Yzerman Walk Away from the Red Wings Now?

Steve Yzerman stepping down as the Red Wings GM has people asking the same thing: why now? Elliotte Friedman basically frames it as the hockey world changing much faster than front offices can keep pretending they’re in the same era they were in a few months ago.

Dylan Larkin News / NHLFanCentral / July 18