Detroit defenseman Simon Edvinsson requests trade amid team turmoil
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 12:09 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026

Simon Edvinsson, a restricted free agent defenseman, has requested a trade from the Detroit Red Wings. After signing a professional tryout to attend training camp, Edvinsson has returned to Sweden due to unsuccessful contract negotiations. The request reflects ongoing instability within the Red Wings organization. Meanwhile, the Florida Panthers provided an update on Sasha Barkov's status for the season while the Pittsburgh Penguins activated Ben Kindel and placed David Gustafsson on waivers after a chaotic win over the Montreal Canadiens.
- •Simon Edvinsson requests a trade from the Red Wings.
- •Edvinsson returned to Sweden after contract talks failed.
- •The Panthers hope Sasha Barkov can return this season.
- •Penguins activate Ben Kindel and waive David Gustafsson.
- •Penguins defeat Canadiens in a chaotic postgame.
- 12:09 PMYahoo Sports — Dan’s Daily: Another Detroit Trade Request; Barkov Update; Penguins Chaotic
"The last player out of Detroit will need to turn off the lights. Yet another talented player has had enough […]
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