Skip to main content

Red Wings

Latest news and updates about the Red Wings

RSS Feed

Red Wings report reveals Dylan Larkin trade from Detroit to Panthers or Avalanche won’t happen

Dylan Larkin refuses to play for Detroit until a trade is done, but top suitors are pulling back. NHL insider Pierre LeBrun says the Florida Panthers and Colorado Avalanche—both on Larkin’s 10‑team approved list—haven’t engaged, citing salary‑cap strain from his $8.7 million annual hit through 2031. With Florida dealing with Aleksander Barkov’s injury and Colorado near the cap ceiling, the market narrows to Minnesota, Carolina and Washington. Interim GM Shawn Horcoff says Detroit won’t accept lowball offers and can suspend Larkin without pay, keeping leverage until a suitable deal emerges.

What led to Jake Walman becoming a healthy scratch for the Oilers?

Jake Walman, the Oilers' 2025 Stanley Cup Final hero, becomes a healthy scratch after just 13 games in the 2026-27 season. Coach Mike Babcock cites defensive lapses—ill‑timed pinches, breakdowns and poor penalty‑kill plays—as the reason. Walman's ice time has dropped to 14:45 per game (down from 18:45 last year), he records a -7 plus/minus, only one assist and no goals, and his five‑on‑five stats are among the worst for NHL defensemen (5.5 goals against per 60 min). Recent blunders against Detroit and Toronto illustrate his struggles, prompting the coaching staff to sit him out.

Friday Morning Bag Skate 10-30-26

The latest hockey thread recaps the Red Wings' 4-1 victory over the Blackhawks, highlights that the Blackhawks have struggled in 12 games despite improving attendance, and notes Oliver Moore's reaction to being benched. The post aggregates insights from the Sun‑Times and The Athletic, offering a quick snapshot of current team dynamics and fan sentiment.

Are the Wild Trying To Fill the Wrong Void?

The Hockey Wilderness piece questions if the Minnesota Wild would benefit from signing Detroit’s star center Dylan Larkin, noting the deal hinges on price and Detroit’s willingness to move him. The author points out the irony of Larkin potentially returning to his hometown, St. Paul, and suggests the Wild might be targeting the wrong roster gap by pursuing him.

Report: Flyers Linked to 2 Defensemen in Latest Trade Rumors

Philadelphia Flyers coach Rick Tocchet lambasted the team’s defense after a loss to Washington, sparking trade speculation. SportsNet’s Frank Seravalli links the Flyers to two defensemen: Calgary’s Zach Whitecloud, a 29‑year‑old, $2.75 M AAV right‑shot suited for a third‑pair, penalty‑kill role, and Detroit’s 23‑year‑old Simon Edvinsson, a 6‑foot‑6 Swedish defenseman with top‑pair potential who remains unsigned and could be acquired before the Dec. 1 deadline. Both targets aim to boost a struggling defensive identity while addressing the club’s need for a No. 1 center.

Minnesota Wild 'Pushing Hard' For Larkin With This Potential Package

The Minnesota Wild emerge as the most aggressive suitor for Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin, who has officially split with Detroit and is suspended. According to Michael Russo and Joe Smith (The Athletic), Minnesota is ready to offer a hefty package that could include prospect Danila Yurov (2022 24th‑overall pick, 4 goals so far), forward Charlie Stramel (2023 21st‑overall AHL rookie), winger Bobby Brink (15 goals, 30 points last season), plus multiple future first‑round picks. Elliotte Friedman says Detroit’s belief in Yurov would make the deal viable. Other approved teams and the Canadiens also linger, but the Wild’s push is the loudest.

Deen’s Daily: Hometown Remix Coming; Larkin ‘Has Had Enough’; Barkov Returning Soon?

The Colorado Avalanche will unveil their new Hometown Remix jerseys on Monday and debut them next Saturday against the Detroit Red Wings. Meanwhile, Detroit forward Dylan Larkin announces via his agent that he will sit out until a trade, leaving the Red Wings in limbo. An injury update notes that Florida’s Aleksander Barkov is expected to return soon, while other NHL news includes a shorthanded goal in the Avs’ win over New Jersey and recent results from the Penguins, Flyers, Sharks and Bruins.

The Daily: Red Wings Players ‘Happy With Guys Who are Here’; Edvinsson Update

After Dylan Larkin’s trade request, Detroit’s core—led by Alex DeBrincat—emphasizes confidence in the players who remain. Following a 4-1 win over Chicago, the Red Wings sit 5‑1‑3 in their last nine games and sit one point shy of a playoff berth. DeBrincat says the club wants a proud, long‑term identity, while interim GM Shawn Horcoff keeps Edvinsson’s contract at “status quo,” aiming to re‑sign rather than trade him. The team heads into a Saturday matchup with the St. Louis Blues amid rising optimism despite offseason turmoil.

PhHN Daily: Flyers’ Reality Check; Larkin Trade Rumors; Rempe ‘Admired’

The October 30 PhHN Daily zeroes in on the Philadelphia Flyers’ disastrous stretch, highlighting captain‑led criticism and coach Rick Tocchet’s blunt reality check. It outlines three ways the team can spark a turnaround. The edition also covers major league buzz: Detroit suspends Dylan Larkin without pay until he’s traded, with Minnesota Wild topped as his likely destination, and a new “Larkin’s Losses” tracker launches. Additionally, reports say Edmonton eyes added grit and coach Mike Babcock admires Rangers forward Matt Rempe. Brief notes on recent Bruins, Penguins, and Devils mishaps round out the roundup.

Detroit Red Wings Laying Foundations for New Identity

The Detroit Red Wings enter the 2026‑27 season just one win shy of a .500 record, defying low preseason expectations despite missing a captain and having two players sit out for trades. Coach Todd McLellan cites a budding team identity after a 4‑1 win over the Chicago Blackhawks, while forward Alex DeBrincat highlights their gritty, five‑man unit play and “dirty goals.” The squad has allowed only seven third‑period goals in 13 games, rebounded from trailing scores five times, and relies heavily on Moritz Seider’s career‑high 26 minutes per game. With Dylan Larkin out, the Wings focus on culture and accountability to stay competitive.

Devils Daily: Brown’s PK, Larkin Suspended, Power Play Woes

The Devils spend a day off rebuilding their penalty kill as Connor Brown improves the unit, but their power play sputters at 7‑for‑40 (17.5%). Meanwhile, Detroit suspends Dylan Larkin without pay after his agent informs the Red Wings he wants a trade, with New Jersey listed among ten potential destinations. Detroit’s GM Shawn Horcoff says the team will wait for the right return, while trade rumors swirl around Larkin and other players. The Devils head to Vegas on Friday, Oct. 30, to face a Golden Knights team that ranks 27th in penalty killing.