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Red Wings Sign Noah Dower-Nilsson

The Detroit Red Wings have signed prospect forward Noah Dower-Nilsson to a three-year entry-level contract, according to a team announcement. The deal is set to begin in the 2026-27 season.

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If the Detroit Red Wings Miss the Playoffs Again, Would They Consider Trading Alex DeBrincat?

If the Detroit Red Wings miss the playoffs again and are looking to shake things up, would they consider trading Alex DeBrincat? Sportsnet: Elliotte Friedman on The FAN Hockey Show on Detroit Red Wings Alex DeBrincat.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 5

NHL Predictions: Detroit Red Wings vs Minnesota Wild, April 5th

This is NHL Predictions, featuring an upcoming matchup between two teams who are in entirely different situations. The Detroit Red Wings are feeling their momentum slip by the game, coming off a brutal loss to the New York Rangers.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 5

Optimistic Red Wings see 'opportunity' in matchup with Wild

The Detroit Red Wings are moving closer to a 10th consecutive season without a playoff game. Following a damaging loss on Saturday, the desperate Red Wings will host the Minnesota Wild on Sunday afternoon.

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The 'NHL franchise scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the players with the most career goals for every NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

The 'Active 100-point NHL seasons' quiz

The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

Detroit Red Wings News / Yardbarker / April 4

Red Wings blow chance to get ahead in wild-card race with upset

Red Wings squander opportunity to get ahead in wild-card race with upset loss to Rangers

It's been a drastic change in fortune for an organization with 11 Stanley Cup titles, and the tide might still be going against the Red Wings.

Patrick Kane passes Brett Hull to become NHL's all-time leading American scorer

Buffalo Sabres clinch playoff spot, end longest postseason drought in NHL history

The '1996-1998 Detroit Red Wings' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Detroit Red Wings News / Inside The Rink / April 5

Detroit’s History of Failing Depth Players

The biggest problem with the Red Wings right now is no doubt the lack of talent on the roster. The best players have largely shown up this season. Seider has gone on a niche but fascinating Hart campaign at times this season.

Detroit Red Wings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 4

Red Wings Recall Axel Sandin-Pellikka

The Red Wings recalled defenseman Axel Sandin-Pellikka from AHL Grand Rapids on an emergency basis Saturday, per a team announcement. He will be an option

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 4

NHL Predictions: Detroit Red Wings vs New York Rangers, April 4th

This is NHL Predictions, and today’s edition features two teams whose centennial seasons went in different directions. The Detroit Red Wings still have a reason to hope they can make the playoffs.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 3

Red Wings visit Rangers in quest for critical points

The Detroit Red Wings continue their quest for a playoff berth when they visit the New York Rangers for a Saturday matinee. It is the third and final game between these Eastern Conference foes.

Steve Yzerman News / Last Word On Sports / April 3

NHL Rumours: The Fate of Detroit Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman

Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman has taken a lot of flak following yet another turbulent March. He’s nearing the end of his seventh season in the Red Wings front office, and he has yet to get this team into the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Detroit Red Wings News / Daily Faceoff / April 3

Patrick Kane becomes NHL's all-time leading American scorer

Patrick Kane passes Brett Hull to become NHL's all-time leading American scorer

Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane became the leading American scorer in NHL history with three points in Thursday’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers.

How Macklin Celebrini has been following in Sidney Crosby's footsteps

Senators' Brady Tkachuk gets slashing penalty while sitting on bench

Senators break third-period tie, deny Sabres playoff-clinching win

Keith Tkachuk slams Senators' toughness in dealing with injuries

Matt Boldy, Wild rally past Canucks, clinch playoff berth

Jack Hughes produces five points as Devils dent Caps' playoff hopes

Detroit Red Wings News / Field Level Media / April 2

Alex DeBrincat, Red Wings pull out critical road win over Flyers

Alex DeBrincat scored twice and Patrick Kane had a goal and two assists as the Detroit Red Wings posted a critical 4-2 road win over the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday.

Justin Faulk News / Inside The Rink / April 2

Justin Faulk Leaves Game Against Flyers

The Detroit Red Wings, in a crucial game tonight against the Philadelphia Flyers, have lost their top trade deadline acquisition. The Red Wings and Flyers both are tied with 86 points and trail the Columbus Blue Jackets by two points for the final wild card spot in the Eastern Conference.

Alex Debrincat News / Last Word On Sports / April 2

Detroit Red Wing Alex DeBrincat Has Proven Doubters Wrong

Detroit Red Wings forward Alex DeBrincat has been lights out all season while battling adversity thanks to an Olympic snub. DeBrincat’s chances were slim when he didn’t receive an orientation invite in August 2025.

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The 'NBA two's leaders by season' quiz

The 'Active 2K-point NBA seasons' quiz

The 'NBA yearly free throw leaders' quiz

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 2

NHL Predictions: Detroit Red Wings vs. Philadelphia Flyers, April 2nd

Today’s NHL predictions feature a rematch between two playoff hopefuls, the Detroit Red Wings and Philadelphia Flyers. The Red Wings are looking to turn the page following a brutal March.

Detroit Red Wings News / Inside The Rink / April 1

Is Emmitt Finnie the Next Dylan Larkin?

It doesn’t really surprise me when the first round picks that Detroit has turn out to be solid players. Not to say there is never busts, but I’m not exactly impressed anymore when a top 15 pick turns out to be a solid middle-six guy.

Detroit Red Wings News / Last Word On Sports / April 1

Detroit Red Wings Goaltenders are an Excellent Problem in April

It’s hard not to like the Detroit Red Wings goaltenders. That is, regardless of how you look at them throughout the organization. Detroit’s netminders, from top to bottom, are a good problem for the organization to have even if they still can’t exorcise their demons in March.

Trey Augustine News / Daily Faceoff / March 31

Red Wings’ Trey Augustine is one of the NHL’s top goaltending prospects

Detroit Red Wings prospect Trey Augustine has done his fair share of winning during his career. Two World Junior golds. Top spot at the 2023 U-18 World Championship.

John Gibson News / The Hockey Writers / March 31

Red Wings Notebook: Gibson, 'Jerseys' & More

The Detroit Red Wings have had many memorable rivalries throughout their century of existence. In the year 2026, their biggest rival might be the month of March.

Todd McLellan News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 30

Red Wings’ Todd McLellan drops sobering practice admission amid intense playoff race

The Detroit Red Wings are fighting for their playoff lives as they prepare for the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday. Detroit is looking to return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2016.

Carter Mazur News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 28

Detroit Red Wings Recall Carter Mazur

Birthday wishes do come true. On his 24th birthday, the Detroit Red Wings have recalled forward Carter Mazur from the AHL’s Grand Rapids Griffins, according to a team announcement.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / March 28

Michael Brandsegg-Nygård Has the Worst Puck Luck in the NHL

The Red Wings’ biggest weakness over the balance of this season has been their lack of even strength goal scoring. One of the players who projects to be

Steve Yzerman News / NHL Trade Talk / March 27

Is Steve Yzerman ready to trade with the Oilers?

The pressure is starting to mount on Steve Yzerman and the Detroit Red Wings. After years of preaching patience and building through the draft, the organization is entering a critical phase where results matter and fast.

Steve Yzerman News / Yardbarker / March 25

Steve Yzerman's time should be up if Red Wings miss playoffs again

Yzerman has yet to build a postseason team since making his then-triumphant return in April 2019.

Oilers HC Kris Knoblauch may be on the hot seat in Edmonton

Are the Golden Knights underperforming or are the standards lower?

Could Penguins' Kyle Dubas win GM of the Year?

Six NHLers playing underrated defensive hockey in 2025-26

The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

Detroit Red Wings News / Breakaway on SI / March 24

Red Wings Face Crucial Stretch in Playoff Push

The Detroit Red Wings haven’t made the Stanley Cup Playoffs in a decade, and it appeared as if this season was going to be the one when that drought finally came to an end.