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Game 20: Red Wings @ Panthers
The Detroit Red Wings head back to Sunrise for Game 20 against the Florida Panthers after a 5-3 victory in Florida ten days earlier. Now on a four‑game losing streak, the Wings sit 7‑9‑3, last in the Atlantic, while the Panthers hold a 10‑7‑2 record and the second wild‑card spot, five points ahead of Detroit. The matchup could determine if the Wings can snap their skid.
Game 19: Red Wings @ Blues
Detroit returns to St. Louis for Game 19, hoping to avenge a heartbreaking 5-4 loss two weeks ago when a 4-2 lead evaporated in just 4:38 of the third period. The Wings controlled most of the first 40 minutes before conceding three quick goals, including a tying and winning tally separated by only 18 seconds. Tonight’s showdown carries added significance beyond the standings as Detroit looks to right the wrongs of that ugly defeat.
Game 18: Red Wings @ Avalanche
The Detroit Red Wings embark on a four‑game road swing in Colorado on Nov. 8, seeking to rebound from back‑to‑back losses to Tampa and Vegas. Sitting at 7‑7‑3, the Wings face a 9‑6‑2 Avalanche squad that, despite two recent defeats, tops the league with 53 five‑on‑five goals. Tune in at 9 PM ET on Detroit SportsNet (or listen on 97.1 The Ticket FM) to see if Detroit can halt their slide against a prolific Colorado offense.
Game 16: Red Wings @ Lightning
The Detroit Red Wings stay in Florida for Game 16 of their back‑to‑back, facing the Tampa Bay Lightning at 7:00 PM ET on November 3, 2026. Detroit enters the matchup 7‑5‑3 after a 5‑3 victory over the Panthers and has earned points in nine of its last 11 games, while the Lightning sit just one point ahead in the standings, setting up a potential leapfrog showdown.
Game 15: Red Wings @ Panthers
Howdy, WIIM! Life is gonna be in my way for a little while, so I don’t know how consistent I’ll be able to get together recaps and the like. I am curious, would you all prefer these morning skate updates? Recaps? Both? Nothing from me ever again? Just curious if there’s a forum / information style preference amongst us. Thanks in advance for the feedback 🙂 The Wings head to Florida tonight…
Friedman Believes Larkin Trade List Will Be Altered Soon
Elliotte Friedman reveals that the trade list for Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin will likely be reshuffled within the next 24‑48 hours. While the exact destinations remain unclear, Friedman notes that teams such as Florida, Vegas, and Colorado could become involved, signaling a possible shift in the negotiation landscape.
Game 14: Blues @ Red Wings (RECAP)
In a tight matchup at Little Caesars Arena, the Detroit Red Wings close a friendly schedule with a decisive win over the St. Louis Blues on October 31, 2026. The game opens with a 1‑C start featuring MBN and Raymond, while Finnie’s sharp wrist shot forces a notable pad save. Despite the Blues missing defenseman Jacob Parayko, Detroit aims for two more points. The recap highlights early period play, back‑checking issues, and key contributions that shape the final result.
Red Wings Suspend Dylan Larkin Without Pay
The Detroit Red Wings suspend captain Dylan Larkin without pay after he reportedly quit the team for a second time. Larkin and his agent issued a vague statement, refusing to elaborate on the reasons behind his departure. The suspension marks a dramatic end to Larkin's tenure in Detroit.
Happy HalloWings!
The post riffs on Halloween costumes inspired by the 2026‑27 Detroit Red Wings, blending puns, dad jokes, and pop‑culture references with hockey humor. The author invites the Winging It In Motown community to suggest dozens of costume ideas that capture the team's identity this season.
Game 12: Detroit @ Edmonton (RECAP)
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.
Game 11: Detroit @ CGY
The Detroit Wings travel to Calgary for Game 11 at the SA D Dome after finally delivering a full‑length performance in Vancouver. Detroit arrives with a 4‑3‑3 record, riding a six‑game points streak and seven points in eight outings. The Calgary Flames, who opened the season 0‑5‑0, have rebounded with three wins in four, including recent victories over Carolina and Minnesota. The matchup pits a hot Wings team against a resurging Flames squad in a crucial western swing.
Game 10: Detroit @ VAN
Game 10 pits the Detroit Wings against the Vancouver Canucks on Oct. 23, 2026. Detroit, sitting at 3‑3‑3, has earned points in five straight games but still needs those moral wins to translate into actual victories. Vancouver, struggling at 2‑8‑1 with an eight‑game losing streak highlighted by a 6‑3 defeat, offers the Wings a chance to break through. The matchup follows Detroit’s recent point-steal against Seattle, setting up a pivotal western swing showdown.
Game 9: Detroit @ SEA
The Detroit Red Wings launch a four‑game West Coast swing on Oct. 20, opening against the Seattle Kraken. After a 3‑3‑2 start and a comeback win over San Jose, Detroit seeks revenge for a 6‑3 loss to Seattle less than two weeks ago. The Wings have earned points in four of their last five contests and aim to collect at least five points across the Seattle, Vancouver, Calgary, and Edmonton stretch to stay afloat in the playoff race.
Game 8: SJS @ Det
San Jose comes to town to close out a stretch of 7 of 8 games at home. The competition has been mostly mediocre and the games often plodding thus far. Hopefully Macklin Celebrini, Will Smith, and Michael Misa can elevate the entertainment level a bit. I sure am looking forward to watching Emmett Finnie compete against players at his skill level. How to Tune In Time: 7:00 PM ET Watch: Detroit SportsNet Listen: 97.1 The Ticket FM Red Wings Projected Lineup DeBrincat-Finnie-Brandse...
Game 7: PHI @ Detroit
Sorry for the brief hiatus, friends. Had some personal things to attend to. A real battle of the titans is a-brewin’ as the feckless Flyers visit Little Caesars Arena tonight. Two teams. Fourteen games played. One win. Some key injuries, too. The Flyers will be without their leading scorer (their leading scorer in 8 games has 0 goals and 3 assists) in Travis Konecny as well as heralded defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen. The Wings still remain without Marco Kasper (and Mason Appleton and JT Compher...
Red Wings sign DeBrincat to 7-year extension
Update (9:44 AM ET 10/14/2026): The Red Wings have made the signing official . DeBrincat gets seven years at $13 million AAV. It’s been an unsurprisingly rough go for Detroit to start 2026-27 — as it turns out, your captain wanting out and leaving a top-pair defenseman unsigned and sitting at home in Europe is not a recipe for success. But it looks like the Red Wings are as close to some genuinely good news as they have been in a few months, with Elliotte Friedman reporting on Tuesday nig...
Game 4: SEA @ Detroit
Hey, winning is more fun! The Wings finally broke into the win column Tuesday with a 5-3 victory over Ottawa, getting contributions up and down the lineup and, perhaps most importantly, looking like the better team for long stretches of the game. Tonight Seattle comes to town at 2-2-0. The Kraken have been a little all over the place so far, scoring six goals twice and managing just three combined in their other two games. Jordan Eberle has points in all four, and Brian McCann has a ...
Game 3: OTT @ Detroit
Third time’s a charm? The Wings enter tonight still looking for win number one after dropping the first two games of the season at home. Unfortunately, allowing three power-play goals generally makes winning hockey games somewhat difficult. Tonight brings our old friends from Ottawa to town, and the Snes are coming in hot. They’re 2-0 after beating Boston 4-1 last night, with Tim Stützle already up to four points on the young season. Some good news for the Good Guys as Jake Sanderson...
Game 2: WPG @ Detroit
The Wings opened the season Friday night by getting shut out 2-0 by the Rangers, including a grand total of two shots on goal in the third period. So, while I remain extremely happy that Red Wings hockey is back, it would be nice if the Red Wings offense decided to join us. Game two brings Winnipeg to town, with both teams still looking for their first win of the season. The Jets dropped their opener 4-3 in overtime to Boston, and they’ll be doing this one without Connor Hellebuyck. Detro...
Game 1 of 84: NYR @ Detroit
Red Wings hockey is back, baby! After a relatively quiet and wildly successful offseason, we can get back to doing what matters: cheering the good guys on as they battle things out on the ice! For obvious reasons, HCTM has his work cut out for him in the early goings of this nascent season. We suddenly have a ton of youth on the active roster; and it will be interesting to watch how line chemistry develops. How to Tune In Time: 6:30 PM ET Watch: TNT, TruTV, HBO Max Listen: 97.1 ...
Shawn Horcoff named Red Wings’ interim General Manager
The Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday provided some clarity on their months-long search for new leadership in the hockey operations department by naming Shawn Horcoff as the team’s interim general manager. The announcement effectively pauses what’s been a tediously long process, with very little information escaping the team’s fortress on who the serious candidates are (or were). The team’s statement indicates that the search is ongoing for a new head of hockey operations, with Horcoff still i...
Patrick Kane signs with Chicago
The Patrick Kane era in Detroit is officially over. Elliotte Friedman is reporting that Kane is signing a two-year deal with the Chicago Blackhawks, carrying an AAV of $8 million. The circle is complete. Patrick Kane is re-joining the Blackhawks on a two-year deal. — Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 23, 2026 Patrick Kane ends his tenure with the Red Wings with 163 points (57 goals, 106 assists) in 189 games over three seasons. It’s no surprise Kane is leaving Detroit, ...
Thoughts on whatever the hell is going on with the Red Wings
What a torturous offseason it has been here in Red Wings land. Not sure what we fans did to deserve this! Okay, now that I have that off my chest, let’s get caught up on what the hell is going on. Steve Yzerman’s replacement has still yet to be named. So that means that Yzerman is still in fact running the ship, albeit during one of the deadest parts of the offseason in terms of transactions. The Dylan Larkin trade request is still casting a shadow over the franchise, and with news of Jas...
Yzerman to Transition from Red Wings GM to New Role
In an (somewhat) unexpected announcement Wednesday morning, the Red Wings announced that Steve Yzerman will be transitioning from his role as Executive Vice President and General Manager. Yzerman will continue to serve as a senior advisor to Governor and CEO Chris Ilitch. According to a statement from the team, The search for a new head of hockey operations is underway. Yzerman will remain in his current role until a successor is named. The Red Wings say that Yzerman will serve on the sea...
Report: Larkin Has Not Expanded Trade List
Update 7/9/2026: After HSJ’s report, MLive’s Ansar Khan reports that Larkin has expanded his list to include Dallas. HSJ published another report shortly after that conflicts with Khan’s reporting, saying the list is still at three teams. There’s a new twist in the standoff between Dylan Larkin and Steve Yzerman. According to Helene St. James , Larkin’s camp has not expanded his paltry list of teams he wants to be traded to. The list remains three teams – Florida, Las Vegas, and Minnesota...
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