The Detroit Red Wings announced that they locked-up winger Anthony Mantha to a four-year deal worth $22.8 million ($5.7 million cap hit.) The move locks up a player that is in their prime, and is widely considered to be the team’s second-best player. While the deal not only signals that general manager Steve Yzerman is,
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In today’s NHL rumor rundown, the Minnesota Wild have done a 180 degree turn on their urgency to trade defenseman Matt Dumba. In Detroit, what else might the Red Wings add before next season begins? In Edmonton, there is some competition brewing between prospect defensemen and the team has loaned newly-acquired Dominik Kahun out. Finally,
With the 51st selection in the 2020 NHL Entry Draft, the Detroit Red Wings selected from Frölunda H.C., Theodor Niederbach. The selection made by Kris Draper on October 7, 2020, might have sounded something as though the NHL not been forced into a post-Covid, virtual, socially-distanced draft. The Red Wings became aware and very interested
Detroit — If Red Wings draft pick Kyle Aucoin needs advice about his hockey career, he has an invaluable resource right in the house. His dad Adrian played 18 years in the NHL, with seven teams, while playing a staggering 1,108 games. “He’s always been my role model, someone I could always look up to,” said
This date in National Hockey League history has seen a little bit of everything. There were multiple goals scored in short order, memorable moments in Detroit, Vancouver and Los Angeles, a big three-team trade and a very special hat trick. Scoring Early and Often Jean Beliveau scored all four goals for the Montreal Canadiens, on
Associated Press | Associated Press Frisco, Texas — Dallas Stars center Tyler Seguin will need about five months of rehabilitation and recovery after surgery to repair the torn labrum in his hip that he played with during the Stanley Cup playoffs. Goaltender Ben Bishop is facing a similar recovery time following his second knee surgery.
Ted Kulfan | The Detroit News Detroit — After a busy offseason, the Detroit Red Wings still might not be ready to finalize their roster. As of Wednesday, the Wings had 22 players signed (on a 23-man roster) with $9.538 million available on an $81.5 million salary cap. So there’s still room for general manager
Helene St. James | Detroit Free Press Show Caption Hide Caption Steve Yzerman talks Red Wings rebuild, hopes for 2021 season Steve Yzerman discusses the Wings rebuild and hopes for 2021 season. Nov. 4, 2020. Steve Yzerman is trying to balance negotiating smart contracts with stoking the Detroit Red Wings rebuild in both the present and
The Dallas Stars revealed that two of their key players could miss some time whenever the 2020-21 season begins. This could open the door for two of their top prospects who are looking to continue the success from their first professional seasons. Also, a recent Detroit Red Wings draft pick is off to a great
Helene St. James | Detroit Free Press Show Caption Hide Caption Steve Yzerman talks Red Wings rebuild, hopes for 2021 season Steve Yzerman discusses the Wings rebuild and hopes for 2021 season. Nov. 4, 2020. Steve Yzerman was willing to hand out term to Anthony Mantha, and with that, the hope Mantha understands where his
Ted Kulfan | The Detroit News Detroit — Anthony Mantha’s new contract with the Red Wings keeps the team’s salary commitments manageable, and keeps a key piece in the team’s rebuild in Detroit for at least the next four seasons. A day after signing Mantha to a four-year contract worth $22.8 million ($5.7 million annual
It’s odd saying we’re in the NHL offseason in early November. Obviously, a bunch of unique circumstances have led us to this point, with the burning question on everyone’s minds being when will we again see NHL hockey. That is especially true for teams that did not take part in the return to play, such
Helene St. James | Detroit Free Press Show Caption Hide Caption Anthony Mantha knows he has to live up to new contract with Red Wings Anthony Mantha talks about his new contract with the Red Wings. Nov. 3, 2020. Steve Yzerman continues to show sound fiscal judgment as he guides the Detroit Red Wings towards
Ted Kulfan | The Detroit News Detroit — The Red Wings have secured a big piece of their rebuild. The Wings announced Tuesday they’ve re-signed restricted free agent forward Anthony Mantha to a four-year contract worth $22.8 million, with a $5.7-million salary-cap hit each season. It’s the longest and most expensive contract general manager Steve
The presidential election is heating up at warp speed, so it’s a perfect time to review the NHL’s own election process and present and future Detroit Red Wings Hall of Fame candidates. The league recently announced it has moved this year’s ceremony to Nov. 2021, and because of this, there will be no selections made
Helene St. James | Detroit Free Press Show Caption Hide Caption Anthony Mantha knows he has to live up to new contract with Red Wings Anthony Mantha talks about his new contract with the Red Wings. Nov. 3, 2020. Anthony Mantha knows what is next: proving he is worth the investment Steve Yzerman just made
The Detroit Red Wings have signed restricted-free agent Anthony Mantha to a four-year deal, carrying a cap hit of $5.7 million per year. After he was drafted by the Red Wings 20th overall back in 2013, Mantha has worked to become a key part of the franchises’ future. Despite missing some games due to injury
Helene St. James | Detroit Free Press Show Caption Hide Caption Steve Yzerman on signing Bobby Ryan, Jon Merrill to Detroit Red Wings Steve Yzerman on signing Bobby Ryan & Jon Merrill. Oct. 9, 2020. Steve Yzerman has handed out his first long-term contract since becoming general manager of the Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday. Anthony
Some of the biggest names in the history of the National Hockey hit personal milestones on this date over the years. Plus, a handful of the best minds behind the bench had their moments in the spotlight. Nov. 3 has also been a pretty darn good day for goaltenders as well. NHL Legends Make History
Ted Kulfan | The Detroit News Detroit — The Red Wings have secured a big piece of their rebuild for the foreseeable future. The Wings announced Tuesday they’ve re-signed restricted free agent forward Anthony Mantha to a four-year contract worth $22.8 million, with a $5.7-million salary-cap hit each season. The 6-foot-5, 234-pound right wing continues