Edvinsson returns to North America as contract talks continue
Detroit Red Wings defenseman Simon Edvinsson has returned to North America while remaining an unsigned restricted free agent. He is training near Boston and has indicated he would accept a trade if it helps him get back on the ice. The Red Wings have reportedly softened their stance, but their six-year offer around $8.5 million was not enough.
Simon Edvinsson is back in North America after spending time in Sweden following last month’s training camp. The unsigned Red Wings restricted free agent is reportedly training in Massachusetts, near Boston, to stay ready for either a new Detroit contract or a trade.
Detroit has eased its insistence on a bridge deal and is now open to various possibilities. Its prior six-year offer, reportedly near $8.5 million annually, was insufficient; longer terms could require $10 million to $11 million. Shawn Horcoff remains involved in both contract and trade discussions.
If the impasse continues, it could affect Red Wings fans, teammates, and coaches by creating uncertainty around the blue line. A resolution through signing or trade may shape expectations for Detroit’s season and fan engagement. For players, the situation could illustrate how restricted free agents use leverage and timing. Local hockey interest and team morale may rise or fall depending on the outcome.