Marco Kasper seeks improvement after difficult second season with Detroit Red Wings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Detroit Red Wings forward Marco Kasper is aiming for a rebound after a statistically disappointing 2025-26 campaign. Kasper saw his goal production drop to nine and his plus-minus rating fall to minus-20 over the course of the season. The player describes the year as inconsistent and is focused on physical development through summer training as he prepares for the upcoming schedule. His outlook arrives during an offseason defined by organizational instability, including the departure of general manager Steve Yzerman and a trade request from captain Dylan Larkin. Despite his name appearing in trade rumors, Kasper maintains a one-day-at-a-time approach to his roster status. He remains focused on increasing his speed and strength ahead of training camp as the franchise searches for new leadership.
- •Marco Kasper recorded nine goals and 19 points during the 2025-26 season.
- •The forward finished the campaign with a minus-20 rating.
- •Offseason objectives for Kasper include improving speed and physical strength.
- •The Red Wings organization remains without a general manager following the departure of Steve Yzerman.
- •Captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade from the organization.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Red Wings Kasper Expects to Be Better
"Marco Kasper is the first to admit that his second season with the Detroit Red Wings – and his first […]
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