Red Wings sign Swiss forward Theo Rochette to entry-level contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 12:45 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
The Detroit Red Wings have signed Swiss-born forward Theo Rochette to a one-year, entry-level contract. The deal, confirmed by general manager Steve Yzerman, will take effect in the 2026-27 season. Rochette played the 2025-26 season with Lausanne HC, where he recorded 22 goals and 21 assists. Additionally, he represented Switzerland in the 2026 IIHF World Championship, contributing three goals and three assists in ten games. This signing comes amidst ongoing speculation regarding a trade request from Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin.
- •Theo Rochette signed a one-year, entry-level contract with the Red Wings.
- •Rochette scored 22 goals with Lausanne HC in the Swiss National League.
- •He had three goals and three assists at the 2026 IIHF World Championship.
- •Steve Yzerman confirmed the signing amidst trade discussions involving Dylan Larkin.
- •Rochette also played for the Québec Remparts in the QMJHL.
- 11:03 PMYahoo Sports — Red Wings sign Swiss standout Theo Rochette to one-year deal
- 12:45 AMYahoo Sports — Red Wings Announce Contract For Young Swiss Forward
"Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman has signed Swiss-born forward Theo Rochette to an entry-level contract.
"Theo Rochette had six points in 10 games for silver medalist Switzerland at the world hockey championship.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 11:03 PMRed Wings sign Swiss standout Theo Rochette to one-year deal
Theo Rochette had six points in 10 games for silver medalist Switzerland at the world hockey championship.
- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 12:45 AMRed Wings Announce Contract For Young Swiss Forward
Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman has signed Swiss-born forward Theo Rochette to an entry-level contract.
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