The Detroit Red Wings remain without a general manager after Jeff Greenberg, the Tigers’ GM, withdrew his name from consideration for the vacant post.
Greenberg, who has overseen the Tigers since 2023 and previously served as an assistant general manager with the Chicago Blackhawks, cited personal commitments to finish his work with the Tigers as the primary reason for his withdrawal.
The Ilitch family, which owns both the Red Wings and the Tigers, has indicated a desire to install a leader with a strong analytics background to guide hockey operations, adding pressure to the already tight timeline.
According to Elliotte Friedman, the news of Greenberg’s withdrawal has opened the door for Brett Peterson, the Florida Panthers’ assistant general manager, to be considered as a potential replacement.
A Candidate Emerges
Peterson makes history as the NHL’s first Black assistant general manager and brings a blend of playing experience with the Grand Rapids Griffins, Detroit’s top farm club, and front‑office acumen from the Panthers.
The Red Wings had originally targeted a hiring decision by Labor Day, but the unexpected withdrawal has accelerated the urgency of their search.