Simon Edvinsson reportedly prefers trade from Detroit Red Wings

Simon Edvinsson, a restricted free agent defenseman for the Detroit Red Wings, reportedly prefers a trade away from the organization rather than signing a new contract extension. The 23-year-old Swedish player, who has established himself as a top-pairing defenseman, has been involved in prolonged contract negotiations that have lasted through the summer and into the start of the NHL season.

Reports indicate that Edvinsson’s frustration stems from the length of the negotiations and disagreements over contract structure. While Detroit has maintained that signing Edvinsson remains a top priority and has recently moved away from insisting on a short-term bridge deal in favor of longer-term offers, the player has indicated a desire to move on.

Following the departure of former general manager Steve Yzerman, the Red Wings have operated under interim general manager Shawn Horcoff. Amidst this leadership transition, the team has reportedly begun to “gauge the market” to see which teams might be interested in acquiring Edvinsson. Potential trade destinations discussed by analysts include the San Jose Sharks, St. Louis Blues, Toronto Maple Leafs, and Pittsburgh Penguins.