Detroit Red Wings face roster challenges with Larkin, Edvinsson issues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Oct 26, 2026

The Detroit Red Wings prepare for their final west coast road trip game against the Edmonton Oilers. Dylan Larkin remains on the team despite his trade request, which has yet to be fulfilled. Meanwhile, defenseman Simon Edvinsson, who had a strong training camp, remains unsigned as the Red Wings struggle to finalize a deal despite ample salary cap space. The situation around Larkin and Edvinsson leaves the Red Wings in a precarious position in addressing their roster concerns early in the season.
- •Red Wings face Oilers in the final game of their road trip.
- •Dylan Larkin's trade request remains unresolved.
- •Simon Edvinsson is the last unsigned high-profile RFA.
- •Red Wings have significant cap space but are slow to finalize contracts.
- •Team struggles to address key roster issues this season.
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Red Wings Still Left With Unfinished Business
"The Detroit Red Wings, heading into the final game of their west coast road trip against the Edmonton Oilers and […]
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