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Red Wings open 2026-27 NHL season against Rangers at home

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 4:01 AM

Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Red Wings open 2026-27 NHL season against Rangers at home

Summary

The Detroit Red Wings will begin their 2026-27 NHL season on October 2 at Little Caesars Arena against the New York Rangers. The season has been expanded to 84 games, featuring a four-game homestand to kick off the schedule. Following the Rangers, the Wings will host the Winnipeg Jets, Ottawa Senators, and Seattle Kraken. As usual, March poses a challenge with matchups against top teams such as the Dallas Stars, Buffalo Sabres, and New Jersey Devils. Noteworthy dates include a Centennial Celebration game against the Boston Bruins, honoring the franchise's 100th anniversary, and a matchup on January 2 featuring former coach Mike Babcock and his Edmonton Oilers.

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By the Numbers

•Red Wings start season on October 2 against Rangers
•Schedule includes 84 games, down to four preseason matches
•Challenging March with games against strong opponents
•Centennial Celebration game against Bruins on October 16
•Mike Babcock returns to Detroit with Oilers on January 2

Latest Updates

4:01 AMYahoo Sports — Breaking down Red Wings' 2026-27 schedule: Another tough March awaits

What they're saying

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The NHL released its regular-season schedule for 2026-27 on Thursday, and it looks like the Red Wings could get off to another fast start.
— Yahoo Sports

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