Detroit Red Wings 2026-27 Season Preview: Larkin, Leadership & an Uncertain Future

The Detroit Red Wings enter the 2026-27 season with major questions surrounding the organization.

Joe Chapp and Cindy Berry break down the state of the Red Wings, including Dylan Larkin’s trade situation, Shawn Horcoff taking over as interim general manager, the ongoing GM search, Chris Ilitch and the direction of the franchise, Simon Edvinsson’s contract situation and what Detroit’s turbulent offseason means for the upcoming season.

The discussion also turns to the roster itself: Marco Kasper’s breakout potential, Moritz Seider’s leadership, Lucas Raymond and Alex DeBrincat, Detroit’s young prospects, projected line combinations, the Atlantic Division and whether the Red Wings have a realistic path back to the playoffs.

Plus, Joe and Cindy give their expectations for the 2026-27 Red Wings and identify the young players who could provide some hope for Detroit’s future.