Inside look at Detroit Red Wings

The Detroit Red Wings are entering the 2026-27 NHL season facing significant uncertainty after missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs for 10 consecutive seasons — the longest drought in their 100-year history. General manager Steve Yzerman is departing his role, which he held since April 19, 2019, while captain and top center Dylan Larkin has requested a trade. The team has added forwards Viktor Arvidsson and Keegan Kolesar this offseason as it searches for a new GM and attempts to build a clearer identity.