Red Wings roster may be set ahead of season opener against Rangers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 8:00 AM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
The Detroit Red Wings are close to finalizing their roster ahead of the regular-season opener against the New York Rangers on Friday. With forward Dylan Larkin and defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker both out due to upper-body injuries, they could be placed on injured reserve, leaving remaining players to fill the roster. Additionally, restricted free agent Simon Edvinsson is still without a contract, which affects the defense lineup. Coach Todd McLellan mentioned that the opening-night roster is subject to change, especially with potential last-minute moves before submission.
- •Dylan Larkin and Jacob Bernard-Docker are injured and could go on injured reserve.
- •Simon Edvinsson remains unsigned and cannot play until he has a contract.
- •Newly-acquired Andreas Englund is expected to stay with the team.
- •The roster must be submitted by Monday before the Friday opener.
- •Changes to the roster could occur due to player movements or injuries.
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