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The Daily: Edvinsson Waters Muddied by Hurricanes; Hurlbert Helps U-M Beat OSU

Daily digest of Red Wings news and rumors, this edition focused on the Carolina Hurricanes summer offer sheet for Simon Edvinsson and a progress report on 2026 first round pick JP Hurlbert.

By Max Smith · Detroit Hockey Now

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 1:00 PM

Key Things to Know

Carolina reportedly attempted an offer sheet for Simon Edvinsson, who now reportedly prefers a trade from Detroit.
Detroit has been unable to re-sign the unsigned Swedish defenseman one month into the season.
Red Wings prospect JP Hurlbert scored in the University of Michigan's 5-4 overtime victory over Ohio State.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Elliotte Friedman reported that the Carolina Hurricanes previously attempted to offer sheet Detroit Red Wings defenseman Simon Edvinsson during Steve Yzerman's tenure. One month into the season, Detroit remains unable to sign Edvinsson to a contract, and the Swedish blueliner reportedly now prefers a trade out of Detroit.

Elsewhere, Red Wings 2026 first-round draft pick JP Hurlbert scored his second goal of the season, helping the University of Michigan defeat Ohio State University 5-4 in overtime. Meanwhile, Todd McLellan's Red Wings prepare for a crucial Florida road trip against the Florida Panthers and Tampa Bay Lightning.

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