Keegan Kolesar joins Red Wings from Golden Knights ahead of training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 12:07 AM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The Detroit Red Wings acquired Keegan Kolesar from the Vegas Golden Knights on the opening day of free agency. Kolesar, a forward with Stanley Cup-winning experience, was traded for two future draft picks. He aims to enhance the Red Wings' physical presence, addressing a significant area of concern as they ranked last in aggressiveness last season. Kolesar is expected to bring a veteran mentality and toughness, elements the team has sought to integrate as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Kolesar had 439 regular-season games with the Golden Knights.
- •He was part of Vegas’ championship team in 2022-23.
- •The Red Wings ranked last in the NHL aggressiveness index last season.
- •Kolesar aims to provide toughness and a veteran presence.
- •He was acquired for a 2027 seventh-round pick and a 2029 third-round pick.
- 12:07 AMYahoo Sports — Keegan Kolesar May Prove To Be Underrated Addition To Red Wings
"The acquisition of hard-nosed forward Keegan Kolesar could go down as one of the more underrated moves for the Detroit Red Wings this offseason.
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