2025-26 won't make or break the Detroit Red Wings unless the team slides so far back into mediocrity that ownership would be forced to make a change.
Oct 2, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Detroit Red Wings defenseman Simon Edvinsson (77) celebrates the win with goaltender Cam Talbot (39) against the Toronto Maple Leafs at the end of the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images | Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images
Ted Kulfan of The Detroit News used the term "do-or-die" in his "10 things to know" story to describe the Detroit Red Wings' 2025-26 season.
