The New York Islanders have hired former Detroit Red Wings associate coach Bob Bougher to work as an assistant on head coach Patrick Roy’s staff. Boughner, 54, worked under Derek Lalonde for 2½ seasons in Detroit before both were fired on Dec. 26 and replaced by head coach Todd McLellan and assistant Trent Yawney.

It has been nearly a decade since the Detroit Red Wings accepted that they were at the end of their competitive window and began the long, arduous process of rebuilding.

One NHL reporter believes the Detroit Red Wings need to avoid Florida Panthers star Aaron Ekblad in NHL Free Agency.

If the Red Wings' dream scenario in 2025 NHL free agency comes true, it could instantly vault them back into the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

As trade winds begin to blow with greater force in anticipation of the NHL draft, former Detroit Red Wings player Igor Larionov, now coach of Demidov’s former St. Petersburg team, made curious news this week.

An NHL insider predicts the Detroit Red Wings to sign a star defenseman this offseason to bolster their blue line.

Jake Walman has been a perfect fit with his new team. The former Detroit Red Wings defender has found a groove with the Edmonton Oilers ever since he was traded there just before the deadline. Bookmark The Hockey News Detroit Red Wings team site to stay connected to the latest news , game-day coverage, and player features .

The Detroit Red Wings need to be aggressive in pursuing trades this offseason to address team needs given the weak free agent class.