Red Wings Rant Podcast

Beat Chicago. Blow a lead against St. Louis. Finish the job in Florida. Then chase Tampa Bay from the opening faceoff. Which Detroit Red Wings are we supposed to believe in?On Episode 415, we unpack a 2–2 week, John Gibson’s rough start and injury, Daniil Tarasov’s opportunity, and the contributions from Michael Rasmussen and Detroit’s young forwards like Michael Brandsegg Nygard are in the Calder Conversation. The latest Natural Stat Trick numbers add a wrinkle: the season-long picture remains positive, but chance quality slipped sharply over these four games.Then we tackle Boston’s reported interest in adding Dylan Larkin to its trade list, Nikita Kucherov’s trade request, and the Detroit power-play fit discussed by Elliotte Friedman. Could an intriguing idea become a sensible move—and what should Detroit demand in return for Larkin?Join the conversation: are the kids changing your expectations, and what would you pay for Kucherov? JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuSLet’s have fun!Sponsored by Draft Kings!Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrantEpisode 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.

I said Detroit would beat Calgary and lose to Vancouver and Edmonton. The Red Wings did the exact opposite. Mike called four points. Apparently, I don’t know puck. On Season 7, Episode 414 of Red Wings Rant, we happily eat those words after a 2–1–0 week and a 2–1–1 Western road trip. Michal Postava wins his first NHL start, Moritz Seider takes on Edmonton’s star power, and Michael Brandsegg-Nygård delivers 11 hits, the most by a Red Wing since the NHL began tracking the stat in 2005–06.We break down Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton using Natural Stat Trick’s season-versus-last-week numbers, then compare the Edmonton Game Scores with what we saw on the ice. Arvidsson, Finnie and Raymond deserve their credit, too.Then we tackle the trade conversation: which teams on Dylan Larkin’s list have the assets to make a deal, why Montreal remains a possibility rather than a confirmed destination, and whether a Pierre-Luc Dubois trade framework makes any sense. One thing is settled on this show: no Justin Holl in our counterproposal.Finally, we dig into The Athletic’s Simon Edvinsson–St. Louis discussion. Would Lawrence, Dvorsky, picks or a young defenseman make a return worth considering? These are reported developments and trade ideas, not completed deals.Which young Wing changed your outlook most? And what is your minimum return for Larkin or Edvinsson? Tell us in the comments, like, subscribe and join the rant. #DetroitRedWings #LGRW #DylanLarkin #SimonEdvinsson JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuSLet’s have fun!Sponsored by Draft Kings!Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrantEpisode 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.

Detroit erased a 3–0 deficit in Seattle, and Alex DeBrincat’s last-minute 300th career goal forced overtime. The Wings still fell 4–3 in the shootout. Was this a point earned or another opportunity missed?On Season7, Episode413 of Red Wings Rant, we break down the comeback, every Detroit player’s HockeyStatCards Game Score, and Natural Stat Trick’s season-versus-last-week numbers: Corsi, Fenwick, expected goals, chance quality, and PDO.Then we dig into The Athletic’s report that Dylan Larkin would accept a trade to ten U.S. teams—with Montreal currently off the list. We revisit John Buccigross’s seven-to-ten-day prediction, Marek and Friedman on Simon Edvinsson, and LeBrun’s report of Edvinsson’s meetings with Shawn Horcoff.We also debate the claim attributed to Chris Johnston that Detroit wants to keep defenseman salaries below Moritz Seider’s. The original comments remain unverified; our take is conditional: if Detroit is treating an old contract as a hard ceiling while the league’s salary market moves, that is a terrible negotiating rule.Which team and return would you accept for Larkin or Edvinsson? Join the live article walkthrough and tell us your deal.#DetroitRedWings #DylanLarkin #SimonEdvinsson #LGRW JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuSLet’s have fun!Sponsored by Draft Kings!Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrantEpisode 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.

Alex DeBrincat is staying in Detroit. His seven-year, $91 million extension gives the Red Wings a much-needed vote of confidence—but can they turn that commitment into wins?On Red Wings Rant Episode 412, we break down DeBrincat’s $13 million annual cap hit, why he chose to stay through the turmoil, and what Shawn Horcoff’s first major move means for Detroit’s direction.DeBrincat, Emmitt Finnie and Michael Brandsegg-Nygård have become Detroit’s bright spot, with their line driving all four Red Wings goals against New Jersey. But losses to Seattle, Montreal and the Devils have left Detroit at 1–3–2. Where is the support from the rest of the lineup, including Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond and Viktor Arvidsson?We also discuss Horcoff’s statement that he has “zero interest” in trading Simon Edvinsson despite the reported request. DeBrincat is signed. Edvinsson is not. What has to happen next? Is this extension the start of real stability—or a great player committing to a team that still needs major work? Tell us in the comments, like the video and subscribe for more Red Wings Rant. #DetroitRedWings #AlexDeBrincat #LGRW JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuSLet’s have fun!Sponsored by Draft Kings!Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrantEpisode 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.

Dylan Larkin returned to boos—and finished as first star. His goal and assist helped the Detroit Red Wings beat the Ottawa Senators 5–3 for their first win of the season. How much changes with Larkin back?On Red Wings Rant Episode 411, we compare Detroit’s ugly 0–2 start with the Ottawa win using Evolving Hockey’s even-strength analytics. Lucas Raymond’s expected-goal share jumped from 13.2% and 22.5% to 61.6%. His minutes finally produced more offense and allowed fewer dangerous chances.But the team-wide numbers tell a more complicated story: better finishing helped Detroit win, even without a surge in expected offense. One good night doesn’t fix the roster—or erase an offseason of turmoil.We discuss Larkin’s emotional return, Todd McLellan’s comments about teammates rallying around him, Simon Edvinsson’s reported preference for a trade, and the organizational decisions that brought Detroit here. Plus, our completely unscientific blame pie returns.Does Larkin’s return give you hope—or highlight how much this team still depends on him? Tell us in the comments, and subscribe for more Red Wings Rant.#DetroitRedWings #DylanLarkin #LGRW JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuSLet’s have fun!Sponsored by Draft Kings!Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrantEpisode 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 2026-27 season begins October 2, and the Detroit Red Wings have nowhere left to hide.Detroit submitted its 23-man roster with Simon Edvinsson still unsigned, Dylan Larkin working his way back from an upper-body injury and outside projections pointing toward another step backward. We break down the opening roster, why the Edvinsson stalemate is so frustrating and how Alex DeBrincat, Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider and a healthy Larkin can keep this team competitive from night to night.But the real story is the young core.Marco Kasper, Nate Danielson, Michael Brandsegg-Nygård, Emmitt Finnie, Carter Mazur, Axel Sandin-Pellikka and Anton Johansson are no longer theoretical future help. They are on the roster now. If Detroit wants to become a legitimate playoff contender, several of them must outperform last season. At least one young forward may need to emerge as a legitimate 20-goal threat.Is 86 points a realistic projection? Can the established stars carry this roster? Which young Red Wing must make the biggest leap?Let us know in the comments, and subscribe for more Red Wings Rant throughout the season. JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuSLet’s have fun!Sponsored by Draft Kings!Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrantEpisode 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.

Apologies for the broken audio.Dylan Larkin finally addressed the media, but the biggest question remains unanswered: Is his trade request still active?Larkin confirmed that he asked to be traded, said he does not regret the decision and accepted losing the captaincy as a consequence. But when asked whether the request still stands or what pushed him to make it, Larkin made it clear that he was not ready to provide those answers.So why did the Red Wings believe this press conference was necessary? Did Detroit expect Larkin to provide closure, or was this an attempt to make him the villain? Instead of controlling the story, the organization may have created even more speculation about whether Larkin will ever play another game in a Red Wings jersey.We also examine Simon Edvinsson’s contract leverage. Detroit has approximately $19.5 million in cap space, an unsettled roster and no realistic replacement for Edvinsson on its top defensive pairing. He may not deserve $11 million or $12 million per season, but could his agent force Detroit into that neighborhood?Finally, we review the Red Wings’ projected opening-night roster, including all four forward lines, three defensive pairings and the Gibson-Tarasov goaltending tandem. We also briefly discuss Detroit’s 1-0 preseason shootout loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets.Will Dylan Larkin play another game for Detroit? How much should the Red Wings be willing to pay Simon Edvinsson? Let us know in the comments.Like, subscribe, and join us for another episode of Red Wings Rant. JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuSLet’s have fun!Sponsored by Draft Kings!Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrantEpisode 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.

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/rd2RUDkzuSLet’s have fun!Sponsored by Draft Kings!Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrantEpisode 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/rd2RUDkzuSLet’s have fun!Sponsored by Draft Kings!Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrantEpisode 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/rd2RUDkzuSLet’s have fun!Sponsored by Draft Kings!Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrantEpisode 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.