Detroit Free Press

WASHINGTON — The Detroit Red Wings knew the history at stake, knew their role in it — but had other plans. Monday’s game against the Washington Capitals was another opportunity for Alex Ovechkin to make history, but for the Wings, it was a chance to end a losing streak. They had to settle for a point — and

WASHINGTON — Jakub Vrana’s return to the Detroit Red Wings’ lineup could happen before Christmas. The Wings have just two games left before the shutdown from Saturday to Dec. 26 shutdown, and not many practices. That’s why Vrana’s availability is a regular topic between coach Derek Lalonde and general manager Steve Yzerman. Vrana spent two months

WASHINGTON — Givani Smith’s time with the Detroit Red Wings organization has come to an end. The 2016 second-round pick, once viewed as a possible fourth-line grinder/enforcer, was part of a minor-league trade Monday evening that sent Smith to the Florida Panthers for defenseman Michael Del Zotto. The Wings then traded Del Zotto to the

No. 9 is now No. 3. Or, well, he will be. Soon enough — possibly Monday night when the Detroit Red Wings visit the Washington Capitals — Alex Ovechkin will score for the  801st and 802nd time and pass Gordie Howe for No. 2 on the NHL’s all-time goals list. Ovechkin already moved Mr. Hockey

There are three games standing between the Detroit Red Wings and, as their captain put it, a chance to feel good headed into Christmas. They have managed mostly to spin a pretty jolly tale the first two months of the season, showing growth in key areas such as five-on-five play and team defense. But 30

The Detroit Red Wings‘ streak of facing playoff-caliber opponents finally ended, only to catch a team on a hot streak — and extend their losing streak to five games. The Saturday matinee against the Ottawa Senators at Little Caesars Arena began well enough, and goalie Ville Husso did his best to give his teammates a

In addition to welcoming Jakub Vrana to Friday’s practice, the Detroit Red Wings were relieved to see Dylan Larkin and Filip Hronek on the ice. Both are game-time decisions for Saturday’s matinee against the Ottawa Senators — and is good news for the Wings given what happened earlier this week. Hronek left Wednesday’s game for concussion

Jakub Vrana strode up to his locker stall and did what he has done so many times before: take off his skates and his gear. It was special, though, because Friday marked the first time Vrana was back with the Detroit Red Wings after a two-month stay in the NHL and NHL Players Association players

Jakub Vrana wore a no-contact sweater and a smile as he practiced with the Detroit Red Wings for the first time after two months in the NHL/NHL Players Association player assistance program. Vrana took repetitions Friday at Little Caesars Arena along with Dylan Larkin and Filip Hronek, the latter two of whom were unable to

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Derek Lalonde sounded optimistic about Filip Hronek and the Detroit Red Wings were gleeful about Ben Chiarot. The Wings’ focus as they head into Saturday’s matinee against the Ottawa Senators is to end a four-game skid, and they may have Hronek available. He wasn’t able to finish Wednesday’s game after getting

ST. PAUL, Minn. — The “next man up” mentality is wearing thin for the Detroit Red Wings as they keep losing men. On Wednesday, it was top-four defenseman Filip Hronek; the day before, top-line center Dylan Larkin. Hronek left less than three minutes into the game against the Minnesota Wild at Xcel Energy Center and the

ST. PAUL, Minn. — While the Detroit Red Wings have an idea of when they will see their injured forwards again, they are less certain regarding Jakub Vrana. On Oct. 19, the top-six winger was placed in the players assistance program, a program administered by the NHL and the NHL Players Association designed to assist

ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Detroit Red Wings are moving forward without Dylan Larkin while awaiting word on just how much time he will miss. Coach Derek Lalonde said prior to Wednesday’s game against the Minnesota Wild at Xcel Energy Center that Larkin “saw a specialist, but we don’t know anything today. It was just

ST. PAUL, Minnesota — With Dylan Larkin unavailable, the Detroit Red Wings looked to rookie Elmer Söderblom to help fill the latest injury void. Söderblom, a 6-foot-8 winger, debuted with the Wings out of training camp, but was sent to the minors after recovering from an injury. Söderblom, 21, recorded two goals and six penalty

There wasn’t much to the game, not in the way of scoring chances, big saves, or chippiness. The Detroit Red Wings had another chance to measure themselves against an elite opponent, with the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday’s slate at Little Caesars Arena. The Wings came up short on power plays, and that led to a

Head coach Derek Lalonde did not have much information immediately after the game, but his dejected demeanor does not bode well regarding Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin. Larkin appeared to hurt his right hand/arm when he was hit by a puck during the first period of Tuesday’s 1-0 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes, briefly

There is something especially frustrating about having possession of the puck for most of an overtime period but still losing. Hence why Detroit Red Wings coach Derek Lalonde didn’t hesitate to reply, “Right now, I hate it,” when asked about the extra session Monday. The Wings (13-8-6) dropped their second consecutive game on Saturday, falling

The Detroit Red Wings will be three goaltenders deep as they begin a week that is at both light and compact. Magnus Hellberg was recalled Sunday evening from a stint in the minors. Hellberg went 2-2-0 in four games with the Grand Rapids Griffins, posting a 2.50 goals-against average and a 0.932 save percentage. The

David Perron has played a fraction of his 1,000 NHL games for the Detroit Red Wings, but that his milestone came with them befits his impact. In the twilight of his career, the 34-year-old has strengthened the Wings as they emerge from their rebuild. He is a combination of feisty and finesse; poised, productive and

The Detroit Red Wings left the last stop on their road trip with a point and a redeeming performance. An errant pass in overtime proved costly Saturday at American Airlines Center, leading the Dallas Stars to a 3-2 victory, but overall the Wings played well against one of the top teams in the NHL. They