Red Wings Rant Podcast

Training camp is underway, the prospects are back on the ice and the Detroit Red Wings finally have a general manager. Sort of. Detroit named Shawn Horcoff interim General Manager after spending two months searching for Steve Yzerman’s replacement. Horcoff has full authority over roster decisions, the salary cap and hockey operations personnel, but the interim label remains while Chris Ilitch continues the search on his own timeline. Did Detroit choose Horcoff because he is the right leader for the organization, or did the search leave the Red Wings with the executive who was already in the building? We break down the official explanation, why Horcoff makes sense and what the appointment could reveal about Detroit’s direction, spending expectations and ability to attract an experienced outside candidate. We also examine the contradiction between demanding a new vision while keeping Yzerman beside ownership as a senior advisor. Then we return to the unresolved Dylan Larkin situation. Detroit removed the captain’s “C,” asked the media to give him space and suggested he could reassess his future after a new GM arrived. What happens when that new GM is only interim? There is actual hockey to discuss too. Carter Bear has brought pace, skill and a relentless motor. Théo Rochette looks polished, Nate Danielson has shown flashes in his return and Trey Augustine and Anton Johansson remain two of the most interesting names to watch during the preseason. Does appointing Shawn Horcoff stabilize the Red Wings, or confirm that the general manager search has gone completely off the rails? Let us know what you think, like the episode and subscribe for more Red Wings Rant. JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Elliotte Friedman says the Red Wings are open to a nontraditional GM who can present a specific plan and that resources will be available. Carlos Monarrez’s anonymous sources paint a more explosive picture: Chris Ilitch allegedly hesitated on major signings, Steve Yzerman struggled to speak ownership’s analytical language, and Little Caesars Arena is now “chaotic.” How much of that should we believe? We examine four possibilities: Monarrez’s sourcing is thin; Ilitch reasonably demanded a better argument for spending his money; Yzerman built a front office that failed to evolve; or ownership never trusted its hockey people enough to let them make hockey decisions. And if that final version is true, the question becomes much bigger than who gets the GM job: What exactly have Red Wings fans been rooting and paying for? JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The biggest update on the Detroit Red Wings’ GM search is that there still isn’t one. The Tigers traded generational ace Tarik Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Meanwhile, the Red Wings remain early in their search for Steve Yzerman’s replacement—with major decisions involving Dylan Larkin, Simon Edvinsson and Alex DeBrincat still waiting. In this episode of Red Wings Rant, Mike and Matt discuss: Why Detroit’s late-starting GM search remains quiet Hiring of a search firm What Max Bultman is hearing about the timeline and candidate profile Whether the Tigers’ trade deadline delayed the Red Wings’ process The theory that the Skubal trade could intensify MLB’s salary-cap fight How a potential MLB lockout could affect the Ilitch organization’s hockey priorities Why “thorough” cannot become another word for “frozen” Was Detroit simply waiting for the MLB trade deadline—or is the Red Wings’ search still moving too slowly? Comment below, like the video, and subscribe for more Red Wings Rant. JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We count down 15 candidates to become Detroit’s next general manager or head of hockey operations. This is not a prediction of who Chris Ilitch is most likely to hire. It’s a ranking of who could create the clearest break from the previous regime and deliver a faster, more modern turnaround. The candidates include: Kris Draper, Shawn Horcoff, Ryan Martin, Tom Fitzgerald, Brendan Shanahan, Marc Bergevin, Josh Flynn, Brandon Pridham, Jim Nill, Scott White, Sam Ventura, Evan Gold, Brett Peterson, Tim Barnes and Darren Yorke. Who can establish a legitimate contention window? Who would bring analytics, aggressive roster management and a modern player-first philosophy to Detroit? And which candidates would offer little more than another version of the Yzerplan? Let us know your No. 1 choice—and which candidate you want nowhere near the job. JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Steve Yzerman era as Red Wings general manager is over — kind of. The Detroit Red Wings announced a major hockey operations leadership transition, with Yzerman moving out of the GM role and into a senior advisor position while the organization begins a search for a new head of hockey operations. So… what now? Is this the beginning of a real organizational reset? Is this a move designed to speed up the Dylan Larkin trade? Could it actually convince Larkin, Patrick Kane, or Alex DeBrincat to stay? Or is this just a PR move meant to make fans believe something is changing while the same leadership structure remains in place? Tonight on Red Wings Rant, we completely pivot from our planned episode and react to the biggest Detroit Red Wings news in years. We discuss what Yzerman’s tenure became, why the Yzerplan ultimately failed, and why fans can finally start letting go of a rebuild plan that never delivered a playoff appearance. We also look at the timing of this move, why it comes after another Yzerman-directed offseason, and whether this could go down as one of the worst offseasons in recent Red Wings history. Topics include: Steve Yzerman transitioning out of the GM role Chris Ilitch leading the search for new hockey operations leadership Whether this is a real reset or just a PR stunt Dylan Larkin’s four-team trade list Could Larkin change his mind now? Does this speed up a Larkin trade? Patrick Kane and Alex DeBrincat’s futures The Jake Walman trade Sebastian Cossa and Amadeus Lombardi being moved The need for a full scouting and pro personnel revamp Whether the Red Wings need an outside voice Why the next major transaction will define whether this is real change The Yzerplan is over. But the bigger question is whether the Red Wings are actually changing — or just changing the headline. JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Red Wings Rant free agency episode is getting a second chance after our internet destroyed the first recording — and somehow, the NHL gave us an even better conversation. Free agency opened. The Red Wings didn’t meaningfully change their trajectory. Dylan Larkin still wants out. Steve Yzerman says he’ll do what’s in the best interest of the Detroit Red Wings. But what does “best interest” actually mean? Is it what helps the team today? Is it what protects the front office from criticism? Or is it what gives the franchise the highest upside three, four or five years from now? Friedman Reporting the following: Carolina is looking at Offer Sheet on Edvinsson Larkin value increased. Yzerman looking for replacement. Yzerman won’t extend DeBrincat. Kane not coming back. Yzerman does not want to pay young talent. This week, we revisit the Yzerman/Larkin conversation, the Cossa and Lombardi trades, the lack of clear organizational direction, and the growing frustration around a team that keeps talking about patience while missing the playoffs every year. Then we get into the real chaos: offer sheets. Leo Carlsson signed a massive offer sheet with the Philadelphia Flyers. Pavel Mintyukov quickly signed in Anaheim. The Ducks got attacked through the restricted free agent market, and suddenly the NHL feels like it has entered a new era. So why does it feel impossible to imagine the Detroit Red Wings doing something like that? Is Steve Yzerman too loyal to relationships around the league? Are the Red Wings more interested in looking smart than taking real swings? And at what point does “responsible management” become another excuse for losing? Topics include: • Steve Yzerman’s comments on Dylan Larkin • Why keeping Larkin may not be the strong move fans think it is • The Cossa and Lombardi trades • Detroit’s risk-averse roster building • NHL free agency fallout • Leo Carlsson’s offer sheet • Pavel Mintyukov’s extension • Why RFAs may be the new trade market • Whether the Red Wings would ever take that kind of swing • The growing frustration with the Yzerplan The NHL is changing. Teams are getting aggressive. Are the Red Wings willing to change with it? #LGRW JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tomorrow is the NHL Draft, and somehow the Detroit Red Wings head into it without a first-round pick while the rest of the league reshapes the NHL. Since our last episode we've seen one of the wildest trade weeks in recent memory. • Brady Tkachuk joins his brother in Florida. • Washington adds Alex Tuch and Jordan Kyrou. • Ottawa lands William Eklund. • Buffalo flips Bowen Byram into the 4th overall pick. • Calgary pays a massive price for Simon Nemec. • Colorado, Toronto and several others continue adding NHL talent. Meanwhile... The Dylan Larkin situation continues to evolve. Reports suggest his trade list may now include Utah and San Jose, opening the door to entirely new conversations. Could San Jose's No. 2 overall pick actually be available? Did Mike Grier and Steve Yzerman build enough trust through the Jake Walman trade to revisit "future considerations?" Is Florida now effectively out after landing Brady Tkachuk? Most importantly... Has Steve Yzerman once again waited too long while the market moves around him? We also dive into: • Chris Johnston's newest trade board • Max Bultman's thoughts on whether the Brady Tkachuk trade sets the floor or ceiling for Dylan Larkin • The weak unrestricted free agent market • Shayna Goldman's RFA targets • Whether Detroit should reacquire its own first-round pick to become an offer sheet player • Teams with multiple first-round selections and whether Detroit should target draft capital or NHL-ready replacements. The offseason isn't slowing down—and neither are we. JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For years we've asked the question: If the Detroit Red Wings were going to copy another contender, which team should it be? Back when the Hurricanes were making deep playoff runs, we argued Carolina was the blueprint. Now Rod Brind'Amour and the Hurricanes have finally won the Stanley Cup. So how close are the Red Wings to becoming Carolina? And after Vegas reached another Stanley Cup Final, how close are the Red Wings to becoming Vegas? In this episode we compare Detroit's roster, scoring depth, even-strength production, power play production, shooting percentage, and lineup construction against both Stanley Cup finalists. The results are eye-opening. We also discuss the latest Dylan Larkin trade rumors, including reports that Florida has already submitted an offer and a new breakdown from Max Bultman and Shayna Goldman on potential trade destinations. Topics include: • Why Carolina is still the better blueprint for Detroit • Why Vegas is further away than many fans realize • The importance of five-on-five scoring • Detroit's lack of middle-six production • Rod Brind'Amour's system versus roster talent • Florida, Vegas and Minnesota's pursuit of Dylan Larkin • Could Montreal become the best trade partner? • Why Utah might still be the most interesting fit • Mason McTavish and Anaheim • Carolina's potential package • What Steve Yzerman should be looking for in a trade return The Red Wings are entering a franchise-defining offseason. Before we talk about where Dylan Larkin might go, let's figure out where Detroit actually stands. JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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The Detroit Red Wings captain reportedly handed Steve Yzerman a short list of destinations he'd waive his no-trade clause for, limiting Detroit's leverage and frustrating a fanbase that supported him through ten years of losing hockey. And yet... Two things can be true. Larkin can be handling this poorly. And Steve Yzerman can still be responsible for creating the situation in the first place. In this episode of Red Wings Rant, we discuss how the relationship between the captain and the organization appears to have broken down, why fans are turning on Larkin, and whether Yzerman ever truly built a contender around the player who carried Detroit through the darkest era in franchise history. We also break down potential trade returns from Minnesota, Florida, Tampa Bay, Carolina, Dallas, and Utah while asking the biggest question facing the organization: Did Dylan Larkin quit on the Red Wings? Or did the Red Wings fail Dylan Larkin? Topics include: • Larkin's reported trade request • The short list of destinations • Why Red Wings fans are angry • The "Justin Faulk hot dog" problem • Steve Yzerman's roster construction • Potential trade packages • What happens next for Detroit • Who deserves the most blame For the first time in years, the conversation isn't about rebuilding. It's about accountability. JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The biggest Detroit Red Wings story in years may have just dropped. According to Elliotte Friedman, Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade out of Detroit. While details remain limited, multiple reports suggest frustration with Detroit's inability to end its playoff drought and growing tension between Larkin and Steve Yzerman may have contributed to the situation. If true, this changes everything. In this emergency Red Wings Rant episode, we break down: * What Friedman actually reported * Why Larkin may have reached this point * Whether Steve Yzerman could actually move his captain * Potential trade destinations * What a Larkin trade package could look like * What this means for Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider and the future of the franchise * Whether this is a sign that the Yzerplan has failed The Detroit Red Wings have spent a decade trying to rebuild. If their captain wants out, the organization may be facing its biggest crossroads yet. JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Detroit Red Wings offseason is officially here, and after missing the playoffs again, the pressure is building on Steve Yzerman to make real changes. In this episode of Red Wings Rant, we catch up on the latest around Detroit, dive into the NHL rumor mill, and look at how a rising salary cap and a thin free agent class could create a wild trade market this summer. We discuss potential Red Wings targets including Elias Pettersson, Mason McTavish, Jordan Kyrou, Robert Thomas, Jason Robertson, Alex Tuch, Bobby McMann, Mason Marchment and more. We also break down Max Bultman’s three offseason paths for Detroit and ask the biggest question facing the Yzerplan: is it time for a safe upgrade, a big swing, or a franchise-altering trade? Topics include: Why this could be a trade-heavy NHL offseason Whether Elias Pettersson makes sense for Detroit The risk and reward of targeting Mason McTavish Could Jordan Kyrou or Robert Thomas fit the Red Wings? Is Jason Robertson even realistic? What Detroit should do with Sebastian Cossa How the Red Wings can improve five-on-five scoring Why the bottom six needs more speed, edge and identity Whether Yzerman needs to make the playoffs in 2026-27 The Red Wings have cap space, prospects, picks and pressure. Now we find out how aggressive this front office is willing to be. JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Detroit Red Wings are officially at a crossroads. After a 10th straight season without playoffs and another late-season collapse, Steve Yzerman finally said what everyone has been thinking: this team needs to change. But here’s the real question… Will he actually do it? In this episode of Red Wings Rant, we break down insights from Max Bultman’s latest reporting on: Yzerman’s blunt message to the roster The biggest flaws that STILL haven’t been fixed Why the bottom six is holding this team back The core players that aren’t going anywhere The names that could be moved this offseason We also dive into what this team actually needs to take the next step and whether internal growth is enough… or if it’s time for real roster change. Because at this point, it’s not about identifying the problem. It’s about fixing it. JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Detroit Red Wings season didn’t end with a whimper… it ended with an 8-1 collapse against the Florida Panthers. And honestly? It felt fitting. In this quick season wrap episode of Red Wings Rant , we break down: Why this loss perfectly summarizes the Red Wings’ season The three big-picture questions raised by Max Bultman Whether Steve Yzerman needs to rethink his approach The report that Detroit was willing to move Simon Edvinsson for Quinn Hughes — and what that says about risk vs. aggression Is this team finally ready to take a step forward? Or are we watching the same story play out again? Plus — a quick thank you as Red Wings Rant makes the Hockeytown West Finals (Ignite the Nest Competition). JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The season is over. And if you’re still holding onto hope, let me ask you this: What else do you need to see? The Detroit Red Wings just lost again —this time blowing a late lead with 17 seconds left against the Columbus Blue Jackets before losing in a shootout. Three straight losses. Multiple late-game collapses. Points handed directly to the teams you’re chasing. Meanwhile, the Ottawa Senators are taking care of business—beating the Tampa Bay Lightning 6-2 and tightening their grip on the final playoff spot. Now? 3 points back Effectively 4 (tiebreaker lost) 4 games left ~6% playoff odds This episode breaks down: Why this was the final nail in the coffin The brutal pattern of late-game failures The Patrick Kane penalty vs Minnesota The Columbus collapse with 17 seconds left What Max Bultman got exactly right about this stretch Quotes from Dylan Larkin and Todd McLellan that say everything This wasn’t bad luck. This was a season full of missed chances… finally catching up to them. JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The calendar flipped to March… and so did the Detroit Red Wings season. For the fourth straight year, the Red Wings fell apart when it mattered most. What once looked like a playoff team — built on health, momentum, and elite goaltending — completely unraveled. This episode of Red Wings Rant breaks down: The illusion of early-season success driven by health and hot goaltending The drop-off from elite to “just good” in net with John Gibson and Cam Talbot Back-to-back embarrassments vs. the Philadelphia Flyers and Pittsburgh Penguins A major disconnect between Todd McLellan and the locker room Why Dylan Larkin and the leadership group are running out of answers We also dive into insights from Max Bultman on how Detroit’s season unraveled — from the Simon Edvinsson injury exposing depth issues, to special teams collapsing, to a team that simply stopped showing urgency. This isn’t just about losing games. It’s about a team that, right now, doesn’t look like it cares enough to win them. And somehow… they’re still in it. JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Detroit Red Wings are running out of time… and answers. After spending most of the season near the top of the Eastern Conference, the Wings have now dropped to 10th place following brutal back-to-back losses to the Boston Bruins and Ottawa Senators. Against Boston, it felt like a win stolen. Jeremy Swayman stood on his head, stopping everything and completely flipping the game. But against Ottawa? That’s where things get concerning. The Senators came in: On a back-to-back Missing Jake Sanderson and Thomas Chabot Starting two rookie defensemen And still… they controlled the game. Detroit found themselves down 3-0, clawed back to 3-2, but couldn’t finish—again. Even with: Dylan Larkin returning and scoring Dominik Shine stepping up with a goal A strong overall effort It wasn’t enough. Now the big question: 👉 Does this team actually have the elite talent to get over the hump? And inside the locker room, Moritz Seider is starting to sound like the voice of accountability: “That’s a very winnable game… if we’re not upset with ourselves, we’re doing something wrong.” With only 11 games left and likely needing ~98 points to make the playoffs, the margin for error is gone. So what happens next? Can the Wings respond? Is this another March collapse? Or is this finally where leadership takes over? Let’s talk about it. JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Detroit Red Wings are still fighting for their playoff lives — and somehow, they’re still standing. After a brutal stretch that saw Detroit sliding down the standings, the Wings managed to steal a point against the Dallas Stars in a game they had no business staying in early. A rare mistake from Jake Oettinger opened the door… and Detroit walked right through it. Then came a must-win game against the Calgary Flames — and while it wasn’t perfect, the Wings got the job done. But let’s be real: This season is coming down to right now. With the Montreal Canadiens and Boston Bruins up next — and the Columbus Blue Jackets refusing to lose — Detroit is in a full-on playoff war. #LGRW #DetroitRedWings #NHLPlayoffs #AtlanticDivision JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Detroit Red Wings were two minutes away from building momentum. Instead, they blew a late 3-2 lead to the defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers and lost 4-3 after allowing two goals in just a couple minutes. A missed clear by Simon Edvinsson and a weak defensive sequence involving Justin Faulk turned a potential win into another brutal March collapse. Now the Red Wings are fighting to hold onto a wild card spot. Detroit currently holds the first wild card position by just one point over the Boston Bruins, who also have a game in hand. Columbus is only three points back with a game in hand of their own, and Ottawa is surging with just one regulation loss in their last ten games. To make matters worse, injuries are starting to pile up. • Dylan Larkin was injured on a rush last Friday • Andrew Copp left Tuesday night’s game with an injury • A short-handed Red Wings roster ran out of gas late against Florida Detroit did make moves at the trade deadline, adding Justin Faulk and bringing David Perron back, but the price was steep — including a first-round pick with no protection. If the Red Wings continue sliding in March again, the worst-case scenario is suddenly becoming very real. In this episode of Red Wings Rant, we break down: • The collapse against Florida • Whether the trade deadline moves actually improved the team • The brutal reality of the wild card race • Injuries to Dylan Larkin and Andrew Copp • Why depth players are becoming a major problem • Detroit’s upcoming games against Tampa Bay and Dallas With Tampa Bay on Thursday and Dallas on Saturday, the Red Wings may have to find a way to survive without two of their most important forwards. The playoff race is tightening. And the margin for error is disappearing fast. JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Detroit Red Wings finally made their move at the NHL trade deadline. Steve Yzerman adds two key pieces for the playoff push — bringing back veteran winger David Perron and acquiring top-four defenseman Justin Faulk. Detroit sent: • A conditional 4th-round pick for Perron • A 1st-round pick, 3rd-round pick and Justin Holl to St. Louis for Faulk Perron returns to Detroit after previously playing with the Red Wings from 2022-2024, where he was one of the team’s most respected locker-room leaders and a key offensive contributor. The 37-year-old winger should help Detroit’s struggling five-on-five offense and bring playoff experience back into the lineup. Justin Faulk addresses one of Detroit’s biggest needs — a right-shot top-four defenseman. Logging over 22 minutes a night, Faulk strengthens the second defensive pair, adds puck movement from the blue line, and provides valuable offensive production from the back end. In this episode of Red Wings Rant , we break down: • Why bringing Perron back makes sense for Detroit • How Faulk stabilizes the Red Wings defense • Whether Detroit overpaid for the upgrade • What this means for the final playoff push • Whether Yzerman might still make another move The Red Wings needed help. And now they finally have it. JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Detroit Red Wings have done everything asked of them this season. They’ve responded to adversity. They’ve improved their penalty kill. They’ve stayed in the playoff race all year long. Now with the NHL trade deadline approaching, the pressure shifts to Steve Yzerman. Inspired by the latest analysis from Max Bultman, this episode of Red Wings Rant dives into why Detroit’s front office needs to act before the deadline. The Red Wings blew a 3-1 third-period lead to the Vegas Golden Knights, losing 4-3 in overtime — a painful reminder that this team still has clear weaknesses. But those weaknesses have been obvious for months. Detroit needs: A playoff-ready right-side defenseman • More hard offense in the top six • Support for Moritz Seider on the blue line • Another scoring threat behind Lucas Raymond and Dylan Larkin The players have held up their end of the bargain. Now it’s time for Yzerman to show belief in this locker room and give Detroit the boost it deserves for the final 20 games. We break down: Why this trade deadline matters more than last year’s • The lingering impact of the quiet 2025 deadline • What Lucas Raymond and the locker room are signaling • Why standing pat could hurt momentum again • The realistic types of players Detroit should target The Red Wings look ready to turn the corner. But if they’re going to snap the playoff drought, they need one more push. And that push has to come from Steve Yzerman. #LGRW #DetroitRedWings #NHLPlayoffs #AtlanticDivision #MaxBultman J OIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuS Let’s have fun! Sponsored by Draft Kings! Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrant Episode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.