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Detroit — It took longer than expected, but defenseman William Wallinder finally arrived in Detroit last week for the Red Wings’ development camp. Wallinder was a 2020 second-round draft pick, so timing was not on his side. The Wings didn’t hold a development camp for prospects and recent draft picks during the last two years

Detroit — This NHL offseason promised to be wild and woolly and, so far, hasn’t disappointed. Another flat salary cap has forced teams — and players — to adjust accordingly, with a flurry of movement. Some teams have taken advantage much more than others. In many cases, teams had to let go of younger restricted free agents just to

Detroit — The Red Wings’ coaching staff continues to take shape. The Wings announced the hiring of Jay Varady as an assistant coach on head coach Derek Lalonde’s staff on Monday. Varady, 44, has spent the last four seasons as a coach in the Arizona Coyotes organization, including three seasons (2018-20 and 2021-22) as head coach of

Associated Press Pittsburgh — The Pittsburgh Penguins acquired defenseman Farmington Hills native Jeff Petry and forward Ryan Poehling from the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday in exchange for defenseman Mike Matheson and a fourth-round pick in 2023. Born in Ann Arbor and raised in Farmington Hills, Petry played at Orchard Lake St. Mary’s in high school and at Michigan State

You have to give a little to get a little in any good relationship. And in a way, that’s exactly what Steve Yzerman has done this offseason. The Red Wings’ general manager gave away some of that financial flexibility he’d worked so methodically to create the last few years. But in the process, he has

You have to give a little to get a little in any good relationship. And in a way, that’s exactly what Steve Yzerman has done this offseason. The Red Wings’ general manager gave away some of that financial flexibility he’d worked so methodically to create the last few years. But in the process, he has

Detroit — Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman at the end of last season said improving defensively was a top priority heading into next year. He’s taken matters into his own hands a bit over the last two days, signing defensemen Ben Chiarot and Olli Maatta and adding Mark Pysyk on Thursday morning. But perhaps the most

Detroit — When Dominik Kubalik was a youngster in Czechia he’d go over his grandfather’s house and they’d watch Red Wings VHS tapes of the 2002 Stanley Cup-winning season. Goaltender Dominik Hasek was a national Czech hero and was a key member of the Wings’ Hall of Fame-laden team. Kubalik thought about those days after

Detroit — There were roster spots open, needs to be addressed, and the Red Wings had money to spend under the salary cap. It all created a perfect storm for general manager Steve Yzerman, who substantially added to the roster and seemingly strengthened the lineup. After the season ended, Yzerman expressed a desire to add

The Detroit Red Wings were busy Wednesday, the first day of NHL free agency, and it appears people took notice. A flurry of moves from general manager Steve Yzerman helped the Red Wings land on a number of “winners” lists from national outlets once the dust settled. The Red Wings added to both ends of

Detroit — Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman isn’t done adding free agents. The Wings signed defenseman Mark Pysyk on Thursday to a one-year contract worth $850,000. Pysyk, 30, is a veteran of 10 NHL seasons and has suited up in 521 games, totaling 104 points (28 goals, 76 assists ) and 162 penalty minutes between

In case there were any doubts: Steve Yzerman’s still got it. The Detroit Red Wings’ GM on Wednesday opened NHL free agency with a bang and then some, signing five lineup players to deals that are sure to make the Wings look a whole lot different next season. But in bringing in a fresh crop of

It’s hard to get anywhere meaningful in life without a little luck. Of course, it’s often said luck is simply when preparation meets opportunity — and if that’s the case, Andrew Copp has it in spades. Copp, an Ann Arbor native and Michigan hockey alum, on Wednesday signed a five-year, $28.125 million million contract to play

Detroit — Way back when Wednesday, before the free-agent frenzy began, the Red Wings began the day with another sort of signing. The Wings inked forward Marco Kasper, the first-round draft pick in last week’s NHL Entry Draft (eighth overall), to a three-year entry-level contract. Kasper, 18, will spend at least another season playing for Rogle BK