Steve Yzerman transitions to advisor role with Red Wings amid franchise changes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 12:10 PM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Steve Yzerman has stepped down as general manager of the Detroit Red Wings, transitioning to a special advisor role to owner Chris Ilitch. This change comes after Yzerman's tenure saw the team miss the playoffs for the tenth consecutive season, leading to renewed scrutiny over his decisions. Concerns were raised when captain Dylan Larkin requested a trade earlier this offseason, potentially influencing Yzerman's departure. The Red Wings have yet to announce a replacement for Yzerman.
- •Yzerman thanked the Red Wings organization in his farewell.
- •Detroit's playoff drought extends to ten seasons under Yzerman's management.
- •Larkin's trade request was a significant factor in Yzerman's departure.
- •No replacement for Yzerman has been confirmed yet.
- 12:10 PMYahoo Sports — Mitch Albom: Steve Yzerman's soft landing can't hide sting of split
"The Red Wings were never going to fire Steve Yzerman and slam the door behind him. You would literally hear Mike Ilitch screaming from the heavens.
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