Red Wings may trade John Gibson to Sharks, Sabres, or Hurricanes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Detroit Red Wings goalie John Gibson, a pending free agent, is drawing interest from the San Jose Sharks, Buffalo Sabres, and Carolina Hurricanes. Gibson's performance includes a 29-22-4 record last season with a.901 save percentage. The Red Wings missed the playoffs for the 10th straight season last year, prompting speculation about Gibson's future. As they weigh their playoff contention status this season, the Red Wings may consider trading Gibson if they fall out of the race by the trade deadline.
- •Gibson has one year left on his contract.
- •The Red Wings missed the playoffs last season.
- •Gibson may be traded if the team is not competitive.
- •San Jose, Buffalo, and Carolina are potential trade partners.
- •Young goalie prospect Trey Augustine may replace Gibson.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Three John Gibson Trade Fits if Red Wings Sell
"John Gibson is a pending free agent, and the Sharks, Sabres and Hurricanes all need goaltending help. #RedWings
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