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Tyler Angle, a 2019 sixth‑round selection of the Columbus Blue Jackets, has signed with Leksands IF in Sweden's second‑tier HockeyAllsvenskan through the 2027 season, bringing a blend of offensive skill and two‑way responsibility to a club targeting a return to the SHL.
Axel Sandin‑Pellikka says he hopes to wear the colors of Skellefteå AIK someday, recalling the envy he felt watching the team capture the SHL title, while evaluating his growth and prospects within the Detroit organization.
After watching Skellefteå AIK capture the SHL title, Axel Sandin-Pellikka says he still dreams of returning to Sweden, but his immediate focus is on improving his game with the Detroit Red Wings and the Grand Rapids Griffins.
Skepticism over draft pick success rates is reshaping trade strategies, from Detroit’s pursuit of Dylan Larkin to league‑wide moves involving the Red Wings, Avalanche and more.
A blockbuster trade moves Vincent Trocheck to Utah, Nolan Moyle returns to the Griffins, and Anaheim’s 2026 draft pick Jayden Kurtz heads to the USHL.
Drafted in the seventh round of the 2023 NHL entry draft, Emmitt Finnie has quickly become a key contributor for Detroit, posting 13 goals and 30 points as a rookie while drawing attention for his versatility and physical play.
The upcoming 8 Nations 3‑On‑3 event in Riga will feature several former Detroit Red Wings skaters, while a wave of signings shows the organization’s reach across European leagues and North American minor circuits.
Wilmer Skoog has signed a two-way deal with Detroit, bringing AHL scoring prowess and international experience to a team eager to return to the Stanley Cup playoffs.
Swedish forward Wilmer Skoog has inked a two‑way deal with the Detroit Red Wings, bringing his AHL pedigree and NHL debut experience to the club's push for a playoff return.
John Gruden's promotion to assistant coach follows a championship‑winning tenure with the Marlies and a distinguished playing and coaching career.
After leading the Prince Albert Raiders to the WHL Final and posting career‑high numbers, defenseman Justice Christensen signs a two‑year contract with the Grand Rapids Griffins.
Detroit Red Wings have signed forward Chase Stillman to a two-year, $850,000 two-way contract, hoping the former 29th-overall pick can provide depth for the Grand Rapids Griffins amid a depleted roster.
After being non‑tendered by the Canucks, the forward signs a one‑year, two‑way contract with the Red Wings, aiming to revive his career with the Grand Rapids Griffins.
Sebastian Cossa is headed to Utah, where he will wear the Mammoth jersey after the team acquired the 23rd overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. The move comes as the franchise, formerly the Arizona Coyotes, eyes a fresh start after a 2024 playoff return.
The Devils have locked in forward Amadeus Lombardi through the 2026‑27 and 2027‑28 seasons, offering a two‑way contract with NHL and AHL salaries and a one‑way deal at $900,000 for the second year.
The Detroit Red Wings activated the NHL's free‑agency period with a series of signings, a trade and a re‑signing, while star center Dylan Larkin's future remains unsettled.
The Los Angeles Kings announced a series of contracts that could reshape their blue line and forward corps heading into the 2026‑27 season.
Los Angeles has secured Erik Gustafsson for the upcoming season, a move that adds depth and experience to its blue line. The agreement reflects the team's confidence in the 34‑year‑old's ability to contribute both offensively and defensively.
Sebastian Cossa, a proven AHL net‑minder, has agreed to a two‑year contract with the Utah Mammoth after a trade from the Grand Rapids Griffins. He will back up Karel Vejmelka and bring a strong statistical record to a team eyeing a 2027 Stanley Cup Playoff run.
The Minnesota Wild have agreed to a one‑year, $1 million contract with 34‑year‑old goaltender Calvin Pickard, bringing a wealth of NHL experience and playoff pedigree to the roster.
Detroit Red Wings have secured forward Carter Mazur on a two‑year contract worth $875,000 per season, a move that bolsters their forward depth after a strong 2025‑26 campaign with the Grand Rapids Griffins.
The Utah Mammoth have signed goaltender Sebastian Cossa to a two‑year contract worth $2 million annually, solidifying him as a key part of their future plans.
The Utah Mammoth have announced a two‑year agreement with goaltender Sebastian Cossa, averaging $2 million per season, bringing a decorated résumé that includes a gold medal with Team Canada and a strong AHL record.
Detroit’s management is searching for a seasoned net‑minder who can mentor prospects and thrive in both the NHL and AHL.