In their season‑opening debut on Oct. 27, 2026, the New Jersey Devils crush the Dallas Stars 5‑1 in Dallas, with rookie net‑minder Connor Hellebuyck allowing just one goal. The win is highlighted by a dramatic moment when Jack Hughes loses a tooth after a high‑stick, echoing a similar injury he suffered at the Winter Olympics. The article also notes the Devils’ early dominance in possession and shooting, and highlights depth contributions and standout stats. Additional links cover overtime heroics by Matthew Schaefer and trade rumors surrounding Dylan Larkin.
Detroit rookie goalie Michal Postava earned a rare debut win on Oct. 26, 2026, stopping all three shootout attempts – including a save on Connor McDavid – to beat the Edmonton Oilers in Rogers Place. The 35‑year‑old, signed as an undrafted free agent in 2025, becomes only the fifth home‑grown Red Wings netminder since 1990 to win his first start, and the third since 2005. Coach Todd McLellan praised Postava’s athleticism and anticipation, noting his strong AHL numbers (4‑0, 1.25 GAA, .954 SV%). The win adds to a brief list of Detroit goalies who have triumphed in their NHL debuts.
Cam York has emerged as a possible trade candidate in Philadelphia. Could the Detroit Red Wings consider the young defenseman amid roster uncertainty?
Nashville Predators GM Chris McFarland continues reshaping the blueline, targeting veteran defensemen for trade. Insider Darren Dreger says Nic Hague, a 6'6", 245‑lb right‑hander in the second year of a $22 million deal (5.5 M AAV), is now on the block after a modest 15‑point, –10 plus/minus season. Alongside Brady Skjei, Hague joins a list of players the Preds may move to inject youth. McFarland’s rumored top target is 23‑year‑old Simon Edvinsson, whose size and puck‑moving skill fit Nashville’s long‑term plan, potentially sparking a bidding war if Detroit decides to trade the former Red Wings prospect. The Predators are poised for aggressive maneuvers before the season heats up.
Bleacher Report's new Dylan Larkin trade idea would finally give Detroit an answer in net. #RedWings
The Detroit Red Wings set a steep asking price for captain Dylan Larkin as he seeks a trade in the 2026‑27 season, effectively stalling any deal. Insider Michael Russo says Detroit wants a 21‑22‑year‑old replacement for the 30‑year‑old star, a demand teams like the Minnesota Wild struggle to meet. Larkin remains under a four‑and‑a‑half‑year contract and continues to lead the top‑six centre role, but the lingering trade saga could disrupt locker‑room chemistry. Until an offer matches Detroit’s terms, the Wings appear ready to keep him in Motor City.
The Minnesota Wild remain one of the most logical landing spots for Dylan Larkin, but a deal with the Detroit Red Wings hasn’t come together. The closer the two clubs…
In his first NHL start, 24‑year‑old Czech goaltender Michal Postava backstops the Detroit Red Wings to a 4‑3 win over the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place on Oct. 27, 2026. Posting 25 saves on 28 shots and a perfect shootout, Postava becomes only the third Detroit netminder in 25 years to win his debut, joining Petr Mrazek and Jimmy Howard. He followed a relief appearance against Vancouver with a clutch overtime stop and saved Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl and Ryan Nugent‑Hopkins in the shootout, sparking optimism as Detroit eyes its next home game against the Chicago Blackhawks.
The Edmonton Oilers drop a second straight game, falling 4-3 in a shootout to the Detroit Red Wings, and lose forward Zach Hyman to a possible concussion. Hyman, who has played only six games this season, left the second period after a hit by defenseman Andreas Englund drove him into the boards, and reporter Jason Gregor says he could miss at least a week. The Oilers are already battling injuries across the roster, but still sit first in the Western Conference at 8-2-2, buoyed by McDavid, Draisaitl and Bouchard. They hope to rebound on Wednesday against the Calgary Flames.
Detroit rookie goalie Michal Postava earns his first NHL win with a 25‑save, 4‑3 shootout victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Oct. 26, 2026, stopping stars Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid. Teammates flood the locker room with praise, presenting Postava the iconic Motor City Jacket as he thanks them with, “good game out there boys.” The win marks his second appearance of the season, and fans now wonder if he’ll start again against the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday, Oct. 29.
Mike Babcock returns to the NHL bench as Edmonton's head coach, sparking controversy but earning praise from former Red Wings assistant Todd McLellan, who says Babcock is “back where he belongs.” After a 4‑3 shootout loss to Detroit on Oct. 27, the Oilers sit atop the Pacific Division at 8‑2‑2. Babcock, a 2007‑08 Stanley‑Cup‑winning coach with 14 playoff appearances, previously faced backlash for alleged bullying and a privacy breach that led to his 2023 firing by Columbus. McLellan, now Detroit’s coach, hopes Babcock’s time away will improve his player relationships.
The Edmonton Oilers fall to the Detroit Red Wings 4‑3 in a shootout on Oct. 27, 2026, after squandering three separate leads. Despite not trailing in regulation, the Oilers struggled with sloppy play and lacked urgency, while goaltender Tristan Jarry made 26 saves with a .897 save percentage but allowed crucial timing goals. The loss follows a 7‑2 defeat to Toronto and leaves the team on a two‑game skid. Adding to the woes, forward Zach Hyman exits with a shin injury, further testing the Oilers as Jarry prepares for his next start against Calgary.
The Edmonton Oilers lost 4-3 to the Detroit Red Wings in a game that went to a shootout at Rogers Place on Monday (Oct. 26). Colton Dach, Isaac Howard and…
Two nights after calling his group out, Todd McLellan had a very different message in Edmonton. #RedWings
Lucas Raymond clinches the shootout as the Detroit Red Wings rally past the Edmonton Oilers 4-3 at Rogers Place on Oct. 27, erasing a two‑goal deficit in the third period. Viktor Arvidsson posts a goal and an assist, while Raymond adds two assists and the decisive shootout winner. Detroit ties it 3-3 late on Dylan Larkin’s wrist shot, forces overtime and then seals the win. Goalie Michal Postava stops 25 of 28 shots; Edmonton’s Tristan Jarry makes 26 saves. The victory lifts Detroit to 5‑4‑3 (13 points) and seventh in the Atlantic, while the Oilers fall to 8‑2‑2 but stay atop the Pacific.
Michal Postava made 25 saves and stopped all three attempts in the shootout for his first career NHL victory, and the Detroit Red Wings rallied for a 4-3 win against Edmonton at Rogers Place on Monday.
In this edition of The Hockey News Morning Skate, Eric Cruikshank and Michael Traikos break down Devin Cooley's impressive run with the Calgary Flames, Zach Hyman's injury in the Edmonton Oilers' shootout loss to the Detroit Red Wings, and more.
Dylan Larkin and Simon Edvinsson rank No. 1 and No. 2 on Chris Johnston's latest NHL Trade Board, raising major questions for the Detroit Red Wings.
The Oilers fall to the Detroit Red Wings 4-3 in a shootout on Oct. 27, 2026, after surrendering a 17‑7 second‑period shot disadvantage. Vancouver’s Zach Hyman leaves hurt after a collision with defenseman Andreas Englund, joining Mattias Ekholm on the injured list. Despite a 1‑0 first‑period lead from Vasily Podkolzin and contributions from Isaac Howard and Colton Dach, the Oilers couldn’t recover, with Viktor Arvidsson, Alex Formenton and Dylan Larkin scoring for Detroit. Coach Mike Babcock praises Dacher’s wing play and sees Howard’s first goal as a hopeful sign, while lineup adjustments loom for the upcoming Calgary game.
The Colorado Avalanche return to practice after a poor loss to Nashville, prompting speculation about line changes from coach Jared Bednar. Meanwhile, rookie Detroit goaltender Michal Postava shines, shutting down Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl as the Red Wings beat the Oilers 8-3-1. The edition also updates NHL trade boards—highlighting the Connor Hellebuyck chatter—and notes other league news, including the Devils’ West Coast trip, Flyers’ injured veteran, Seth Jones’ return to Chicago, and Alexander Nikishin’s contract saga.
In Game 12 of the Detroit‑Edmonton series, the Red Wings aim to grab five points in eight games by toppling a star‑studded Oilers squad featuring 12‑goal Leon Draisaitl and 200‑point‑pace Connor McDavid. The preview highlights hopes for a shutout by goalie Christian Postava and a dramatic incident involving coach Derek Babcock, underscoring the stakes for Detroit’s road trip.
The Detroit Red Wings snap a challenging west‑coast swing with a 4‑3 shootout win over the Edmonton Oilers on Oct. 24, 2026. Rookie net‑minder Michal Postava shines, stopping 25 of 28 shots in regulation and making crucial saves on Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl in overtime before scoring the decisive goal. Four Wings – Viktor Arvidsson, Emmitt Finnie, Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond – find the net, with Raymond also scoring the extra‑time winner. The victory lifts Detroit to a 5‑4‑3 record, putting them within reach of a .500 finish after upcoming home games against Chicago and St. Louis. Postava’s performance may earn him more starts as Daniil Tarasov’s status remains uncertain.
Dylan Larkin delivered a dramatic game-tying goal against Edmonton as speculation continues to surround his future with the Detroit Red Wings.
Slowly but surely, the NHL's unfinished business from the offseason is starting to get taken care of.
Michal Postava stopped Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins in a shootout to earn his first NHL win for the Detroit Red Wings.