Simon Edvinsson requests trade from Detroit Red Wings amid roster turmoil
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 3:10 AM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Simon Edvinsson has requested a trade from the Detroit Red Wings as contract negotiations stall. The defenseman, a restricted free agent, was reported to prefer leaving Detroit rather than signing an extension. This situation escalates the uncertainty for the organization, which is already dealing with Dylan Larkin's trade request and lacks a permanent general manager. The team plays the Winnipeg Jets on Sunday.
- •Edvinsson is a 23-year-old defenseman and key player for the Red Wings.
- •He has returned to Sweden after failing to secure a contract before training camp.
- •Detroit lost their season opener 2-0 to the New York Rangers.
- •Fans expressed frustration, chanting 'sell the team' during the opener.
- •Interim GM Shawn Horcoff stated that Edvinsson is a priority for the team.
- 3:10 AMYahoo Sports — Detroit Red Wings face another trade request after Dylan Larkin blow
- 3:05 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Simon Edvinsson asked Detroit Red Wings for a trade
"Simon Edvinsson reportedly has followed in the footsteps of Dylan Larkin and asked the Detroit Red Wings for a trade
"Simon Edvinsson’s contract standoff adds another challenge for the Red Wings.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 4, 2026, 3:10 AMDetroit Red Wings face another trade request after Dylan Larkin blow
Simon Edvinsson’s contract standoff adds another challenge for the Red Wings.
- Yahoo SportsOct 4, 2026, 3:05 AMReport: Simon Edvinsson asked Detroit Red Wings for a trade
Simon Edvinsson reportedly has followed in the footsteps of Dylan Larkin and asked the Detroit Red Wings for a trade
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