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Is Simon Edvinsson’s return to North America a good sign for Red Wings?

There’s hope in Hockeytown, as one of the top young blueliners in the game is back on this side of the pond. Detroit Red Wings defenseman Simon Edvinsson has returned to North America after he went back to Sweden following…

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Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 6:30 PM

Key Things to Know

Simon Edvinsson has returned to North America to train in Massachusetts amid ongoing contract negotiations with Detroit.
The unsigned restricted free agent is open to a trade to finalize a contract and resume playing.
Detroit reportedly had a six-year contract offer around $8.5 million per year rejected by Edvinsson's camp.

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Detroit Red Wings restricted free agent defenseman Simon Edvinsson has returned to North America after spending time in Sweden following training camp. According to insider David Pagnotta on Daily Faceoff LIVE, Edvinsson is training in Massachusetts to remain game-ready while contract negotiations and trade possibilities continue.

Pagnotta reports that Detroit previously offered a six-year contract worth around $8.5 million annually, which was declined. Edvinsson is reportedly seeking $10 million to $11 million per season on a long-term deal, while assistant general manager Shawn Horcoff explores both contract extensions and potential trade options.

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Is Simon Edvinsson’s return to North America a good sign for Red Wings?

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