Detroit Red Wings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Steve Yzerman News / Daily Faceoff / October 10

How long is Steve Yzerman’s leash in Detroit?

When the Detroit Red Wings hired Steve Yzerman in April of 2019, it seemed inevitable that he would turn the franchise around after the success he had during his time at the helm of the Tampa Bay Lightning.

NHL News / Sporting News / October 10

Red Wings head coach rips into team after blowout loss to Canadiens in home opener

Detroit Red Wings head coach was critical of his team's performance following a 5-1 loss to the Montreal Canadiens at home.

Simon Edvinsson News / Inside The Rink / October 11

Red Wings: Comparing Sandin-Pellikka vs. Rookie Seider and Edvinsson

Sandin-Pellikka might be the most hyped Red Wings prospect in years. The dynamic defenceman is likely to be playing top-four minutes right away with Simon Edvinsson.

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Detroit Red Wings News / Athlon Sports / October 10

Red Wings Broadcaster Ken Kal Unveiled a Special Tribute to Late Owner Mike Illitch Thursday

The Detroit Red Wings lost their 2025-26 NHL season opener to the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday night at Little Caesars Arena as the Canadiens stopped 31 of 32 shots on their way to a 5-1 victory.

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The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

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

Maple Leafs making the right call with major roster decision

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Dylan Larkin News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 9

Dylan Larkin’s brutally honest admission after Canadiens loss

The Detroit Red Wings did not perform well in their season opener on Thursday night. John Gibson was pulled from his team debut after allowing five goals on 13 shots.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 9

John Gibson struggles in net debut as Canadiens drub Red Wings

Mike Matheson scored a goal and added an assist as the visiting Montreal Canadiens spoiled the Detroit Red Wings' season opener with a 5-1 victory on Thursday night.

John Gibson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 9

John Gibson pulled in Red Wings debut amid brutal showing vs. Canadiens

The Detroit Red Wings traded for John Gibson in the summer, hoping he would be the answer to their goaltending woes. Gibson earned the start in Detroit’s season debut on Thursday night against the Montreal Canadiens.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 9

Red Wings Host Original Six Rival Canadiens in Season Opener

The Detroit Red Wings open the 2025-26 regular season against an Original Six foe, the Montreal Canadiens, on Thursday night. After a few surprises landed on the 23-man opening-night roster, the Red Wings are looking to return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time in nine years.

Detroit Red Wings News / Inside The Rink / October 9

Young Red Wings Make Opening Night Roster. What it Means for the Yzerplan

The Detroit Red Wings defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs by a score of 3-1 to end the 2025 preseason. Axel Sandin-Pellikka was on the ice for the Red Wings in overtime as they defeated the Maple Leafs.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 9

Grand Rapids Griffins 2025-26 Season Preview

The Grand Rapids Griffins should enter the 2025-26 American Hockey League (AHL) season with a chip on their shoulder. Aspirations were high last season, but they collectively laid an egg as they were swept out of the first round of the playoffs by the Texas Stars.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / October 9

How 3 Red Wings Rookies Made the Cut in 2025-26

As you’ve probably heard, the Detroit Red Wings are set to have three players making their NHL debuts tonight when the puck drops in Little Caesars Arena.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 9

Red Wings ride youthful infusion into opener vs. Canadiens

The Detroit Red Wings last qualified for the playoffs during the 2015-16 season. Their quest to end that drought begins Thursday with a home game against the Montreal Canadiens.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / October 9

Red Wings Scoring Projections for 2025-26

My scoring projections for the 2025-26 Detroit Red Wings were all set – the analysis, the calculations, the adjustments. Then, the kids changed everything.

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Detroit Red Wings News / Yardbarker / October 8

Red Wings under pressure to end historic playoff drought

There's no team facing more pressure to win during the 2025-26 season than the Detroit Red Wings.

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Todd McLellan News / Inside The Rink / October 8

Takeaways from Todd McLellan’s Interview on 97.1 The Ticket

The Detroit Red Wings kick off the 2025-26 season tomorrow night against the Montreal Canadiens. This morning, head coach Todd McLellan joined Costa and Janson with Heather on 97.1 The Ticket.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / October 8

Red Wings 2025-26 Season Preview: Depth Chart, X-Factors & More

Rejoice, Hockeytown – the Detroit Red Wings kick off the 2025-26 season this week. They open the year Thursday night against the Montreal Canadiens before hosting the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday.

Dylan Larkin News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 1

Red Wings’ X-factor in 2025-26, and it’s not Dylan Larkin

The Detroit Red Wings are nearing the end of their preseason. But Detroit is still making some major decisions regarding its roster. The Red Wings have a wealth of promising young players.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 1

Sabres' top goaltender leaves game vs. Penguins due to injury

Tough news came out of Buffalo on Wednesday, as No. 1 goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has left the Sabres' preseason game against the Pittsburgh Penguins due to a lower-body injury.

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Nate Danielson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 29

High-ranking Red Wings prospect out indefinitely

The race for an NHL roster spot has been cut short for one of the Detroit Red Wings’ top prospects.

Montreal Canadiens get good and bad news following loss to Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs, Anthony Stolarz agree to four-year extension

Ducks reward their franchise cornerstone with huge new contract, but there's a major trade-off

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Detroit Red Wings News / Daily Faceoff / September 23

Red Wings building young ‘nucleus’ for a brighter future

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – In the eight years the Detroit Red Wings has called Little Caesars Arena home, the building hasn’t held an NHL playoff game. Yet, despite the ongoing pressure from fans around Hockeytown, general manager Steve Yzerman is sticking with his plan of developing a winning team through the draft and prospects.