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Red Wings Recall Jacob Bernard-Docker, Reassign Axel Sandin-Pellikka

According to a team announcement, the Detroit Red Wings have recalled defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker from the AHL’s Grand Rapids Griffins. In a corresponding roster move, the Red Wings reassigned defenseman Axel Sandin-Pellikka. Bernard-Docker, 26, is in his second year with…

By Brennan McClain · Pro Hockey Rumors

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 11:04 PM

Key Things to Know

The Detroit Red Wings recalled defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker from Grand Rapids and reassigned Axel Sandin-Pellikka.
Bernard-Docker previously appeared in three AHL games this season after recovering from an upper-body injury.
Sandin-Pellikka heads to the Griffins after recording one assist in limited action this season.

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The Detroit Red Wings have recalled defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker from the AHL's Grand Rapids Griffins while reassigning defenseman Axel Sandin-Pellikka in a corresponding move. Bernard-Docker returns to Detroit after playing three games for the Griffins following an early-season stint on injured reserve and clearing waivers earlier in October.

Sandin-Pellikka heads to Grand Rapids after struggling to secure regular ice time under head coach Todd McLellan, having registered one assist across limited appearances this season. The reassignment is expected to provide the 2023 first-round draft pick with expanded playing time and development opportunities.

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Red Wings Recall Jacob Bernard-Docker, Reassign Axel Sandin-Pellikka

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