A New Chapter for Attard
Veteran defenseman Ronnie Attard has agreed to a one‑year, two‑way contract with the Detroit Red Wings, a move that could see him back in the NHL next season.
The agreement follows a season in the American Hockey League where Attard helped the Colorado Eagles, the farm team of the Colorado Avalanche, contributing solid defensive play and veteran presence.
Attard’s professional journey began when the Philadelphia Flyers selected him in the third round of the 2019 NHL Entry Draft, and he subsequently logged 29 games over three seasons with the Flyers from 2021‑22 through 2023‑24.
Midway through his tenure with the Flyers, he was traded to the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for defenseman Ben Gleason, a move that left him without NHL ice time for the remainder of the campaign.
Now, the Red Wings view the agreement as a low‑risk opportunity to add depth to their blue line, with general manager Steve Yzerman hinting that Attard’s experience could prove valuable as the club looks to rebuild its defensive core.