Sharks Pursue Red Wings’ Edvinsson in Serious Trade Talks
The San Jose Sharks have made a serious trade offer for Detroit Red Wings defenseman Simon Edvinsson, according to Elliotte Friedman. The Red Wings have not accepted the proposal, and other teams including Boston, Nashville, St. Louis, and Seattle have also shown interest in the restricted free agent defenseman. The deal hinges on Edvinsson’s signing deadline of December 1.
The San Jose Sharks have entered serious trade discussions with the Detroit Red Wings over restricted free agent defenseman Simon Edvinsson, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. The Sharks reportedly made a substantial offer, though Detroit has not accepted it. Edvinsson, 23, recorded nine goals and 25 points in 72 games during the previous season and remains unsigned ahead of his December 1 deadline to sign a contract or be ineligible for NHL play this season. At least five teams—Boston, Nashville, St. Louis, Seattle, and San Jose—have shown interest, with Friedman noting that Boston’s pursuit has recently quieted. The Red Wings, under interim GM Shawn Horcoff, have publicly stated they are not interested in trading Edvinsson and intend to wait until the December 1 deadline. This stance aligns with earlier reports from Pierre LeBrun indicating that at least ten teams had inquired about Edvinsson, but Detroit’s preference remains re-signing him. Meanwhile, the Wings are also reportedly shopping core player Dylan Larkin, signaling a broader effort to rebuild or restructure their roster.
The situation is complicated by Edvinsson’s status as a restricted free agent, meaning Detroit retains his NHL rights and can match any offer sheet. Seattle is simultaneously evaluating an extension for Vince Dunn while also considering Edvinsson, and there were earlier rumors Carolina might have attempted an offer sheet in July with potential plans to flip him. However, no confirmati
Edvinsson’s trade saga could influence NHL team-building strategies around deadline-driven roster decisions, particularly for teams seeking defensive depth without long-term commitments. His situation mirrors past high-profile RFAs like Erik Karlsson in 2018, where market interest and timing pressured teams into aggressive moves. If Detroit trades Edvinsson before December 1, it could signal a shift toward rebuilding or financial restraint, potentially affecting player morale and team culture in Detroit. Conversely, if he signs with the Red Wings, it may reinforce their commitment to core retention despite trade speculation. The broader market impact includes heightened interest in other RFAs and a possible ripple effect on contract negotiations across the league. Teams like Seattle and Boston may adjust their cap strategies based on how this case resolves. What to watch for: whether Detroit’s stance softens, if another team makes a bold offer sheet, or if Edvinsson’s performance in th