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Simon Edvinsson contract standoff and trade rumors

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Detroit Red Wings defenseman Simon Edvinsson remains in a contract standoff with the organization, currently training in Sweden with Frölunda. The dispute, which follows the expiration of his entry-level deal, centers on the length and financial structure of a potential extension. Edvinsson and his agent, Peter Werner, have reportedly sought a maximum seven-year contract valued between $9 million and $11 million annually, while Detroit has favored shorter-term deals, including a reported offer of approximately $8.5 million per year. Negotiations were complicated by a September 16 deadline under a new NHL collective bargaining agreement, which reduced the maximum contract length for re-signing players from eight years to seven. The impasse has been exacerbated by organizational leadership changes, including the departure of general manager Steve Yzerman and the appointment of Shawn Horcoff as interim general manager. Frustrated by the process, Edvinsson has reportedly expressed a preference for a trade over signing an extension. Consequently, the Red Wings have begun to “gauge the market.” While Detroit prefers to receive NHL-ready players, they may consider packages involving prospects or draft picks. The the San Jose Sharks have reportedly previously made a “serious offer” involving prospects Filip Bystedt, Igor Chernyshov, and Keaton Verhoeff, which Detroit turned down. Other it down in pursuit of a young, NHL-quality center. Recent trade simulations have surfaced, including a potential suitors include deal with the Boston Bruins involving defenseman Mason Lohrei and draft picks, and a criticized proposal involving the Toronto Maple Leafs, Leafs. As of November 2026, interim GM Shawn Horcoff is reportedly engaged in discussions with six NHL teams: the Nashville Predators, San Jose Sharks, Boston Bruins, St. Louis Blues, Pittsburgh Penguins, Montreal Canadiens, and Seattle Kraken, Kraken. Edvinsson has recently been training in Nashville with rumors linking Seattle to a potential package involving Shane Wright. Recent developments indicate continued interest from NHL teams. The Toronto Maple Leafs have reportedly inquired about Edvinsson as they look for defensive reinforcements, though insiders suggest Detroit’s asking price may be too high to avoid depleting significant prospect capital. While private coach at the Sharks’ previous offer was rejected because Detroit is seeking a young, NHL-quality center, simulated trade proposals have since emerged. suggestion of Predators player Filip Forsberg, who shares the same agent.

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  1. 2026-11-10 01:15 UTC Simon Edvinsson contract standoff and trade rumors
  2. 2026-11-07 23:01 UTC Simon Edvinsson contract standoff and trade rumors
  3. 2026-11-01 17:37 UTC Simon Edvinsson contract standoff and trade rumors
  4. 2026-10-12 13:16 UTC Simon Edvinsson contract negotiations with Detroit Red Wings
  5. 2026-10-07 12:10 UTC Simon Edvinsson contract negotiations with Detroit Red Wings
  6. 2026-10-05 14:27 UTC Simon Edvinsson contract negotiations with Detroit Red Wings
  7. 2026-10-04 06:26 UTC Simon Edvinsson contract negotiations with Detroit Red Wings
  8. 2026-09-30 19:52 UTC Simon Edvinsson contract negotiations with Detroit Red Wings
  9. 2026-09-15 02:30 UTC Simon Edvinsson contract negotiations with Detroit Red Wings

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