March 3: Gustafsson cleared waivers, per Friedman. March 2: The Detroit Red Wings placed veteran defenseman Erik Gustafsson on waivers today, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. The move paves the way for the Red Wings to open up a spot on their 23-man roster, as this waiver placement was likely made with the intent of sending the blueliner down to the team’s AHL … [Read more...] about Red Wings Place Erik Gustafsson On Waivers
John Gibson Leaves Game With Injury
Detroit Red Wings starting goalie John Gibson left today’s road win over the Nashville Predators with an upper-body injury, according to a team announcement. Helene St. James of the Detroit Free Press relayed word from head coach Todd McLellan postgame, who told the media that he believes Gibson is “OK,” but added that he’ll be evaluated when the team returns to Michigan. … [Read more...] about John Gibson Leaves Game With Injury
Ian Mitchell Linked To Swiss League
Red Wings depth defenseman Ian Mitchell is expected to sign with Bern of Switzerland’s National League when he becomes a free agent this summer, according to Swiss outlet He Shoots He Scores. Mitchell, 27, once looked like he’d be a long-term piece on the Blackhawks’ blue line. Drafted in the second round in 2017, he was an NCHC champion with and captained the University of … [Read more...] about Ian Mitchell Linked To Swiss League
Red Wings Activate Simon Edvinsson From Injured Reserve
The Red Wings announced today they’ve activated defenseman Simon Edvinsson from injured reserve. He’ll be in the lineup for tonight’s clash with the Senators. They have an open roster spot, so no corresponding move is required. Edvinsson spent the last seven games of Detroit’s pre-Olympic break schedule on the shelf with a lower-body injury. Thankfully for the Wings, the bulk … [Read more...] about Red Wings Activate Simon Edvinsson From Injured Reserve
Canucks Listening On Jake DeBrusk
Canucks winger Evander Kane is a known piece of trade bait after his struggles producing at home in Vancouver, especially given his pending free-agent status, but he’s not the only ‘Nucks winger on the market this spring. Vancouver is also listening to offers on Jake DeBrusk after being informed he is willing to waive his no-movement clause, David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period … [Read more...] about Canucks Listening On Jake DeBrusk