Red Wings trade for Keegan Kolesar from Golden Knights

The Detroit Red Wings have acquired forward Keegan Kolesar from the Vegas Golden Knights. In return, Detroit sends a seventh-round pick in the 2027 NHL Draft and a third-round pick in the 2029 NHL Draft to Vegas. Kolesar, who stands at 6-foot-2 and weighs 216 pounds, brings physicality and depth to the Red Wings after appearing in all 82 games last season. He recorded six goals and 11 assists as part of the Golden Knights, contributing to their depth in a bottom-six role. The addition of Kolesar highlights Detroit's efforts to strengthen its playoff push ahead of the 2026-27 season.

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