​Red Wings free agency tracker: Live signings, trades, news, updates and more in 2026 NHL offseason originally appeared on The Sporting News.
Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.The Detroit Red Wings have a lot to figure out this summer.There’s the Dylan Larkin trade request, of course. There’s also the fact that they missed the playoffs despite being in a comfortable position with just a couple months to play. Changes have to be made.Free agency opens on July 1, and the Red Wings have a ton of cap space. That creates plenty of intrigue, beyond just the Larkin rumors.Detroit could end up with quite a different roster by the time the 2026-27 NHL season arrives.Below, we’ll be keeping track of the Red Wings’ summer shopping.MORE: What the Gavin McKenna pick means for the Maple LeafsRed Wings free agency rumors, news, live updatesRefresh for the latest. All times in ET.WEDNESDAY8:30 a.m.: A bit more insight at this link into why Dylan Larkin trade action isn’t happening yet.8 a.m.: NHL free agency will open at 12 noon ET today.Red Wings free agent signingsThis section will be updated once players start to sign.Red Wings free agent lossesThis section will be updated as players leave to sign elsewhere.Red Wings tradesThis section will be updated if and when Toronto makes any trades.When does NHL free agency start?The free agent window opens on Wednesday, July 1 at 12 noon ET.More NHL news:Jack Eichel turned into Ben SimmonsFrederik Andersen heading toward an unceremonious exitCale Makar is about to become a lot more expensiveSidney Crosby trade plans did a 180 for the PenguinsIt’s time to ask a serious Matthew Knies question