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Red Wings Resume Play in Nine Days, Practice Starts Today
Detroit aims to end nine-year playoff drought as NHL season resumes
Published on Feb. 18, 2026
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The Detroit Red Wings will resume play on February 26 after an eight-day mini-training camp, as the NHL begins the resumption of its season today. The Red Wings, who are tied for second place in the Atlantic Division with 72 points, have an 80% chance of ending their nine-year playoff drought according to Hockeyreference.com. GM Steve Yzerman has been active in trade talks to acquire a top-four defenseman and a top-six forward to bolster the team's chances in the stretch run.
Why it matters
The Red Wings' potential return to the playoffs after a nine-year drought would be a significant milestone for the franchise and its loyal fanbase. The team's performance in the final stretch of the season and any trades made by GM Steve Yzerman will be closely watched as Detroit aims to secure a postseason berth.
The details
The Red Wings will resume practice today at 2 p.m. and will treat the next eight days like a mini-training camp before competition resumes on February 25. Detroit will play five games before the March 6 trade deadline, and Yzerman has been in talks with rival teams about acquiring a top-four defenseman and a top-six forward to bolster the team's playoff push.
- The NHL begins resumption of its season today, February 17, 2026.
- The Red Wings resume play on Thursday, February 26, 2026 with a road game against the Ottawa Senators.
- The Red Wings will play two more road games against the Carolina Hurricanes (March 28) and Nashville Predators (March 2) before the March 6 trade deadline.
The players
Steve Yzerman
The general manager of the Detroit Red Wings who has been active in trade talks to acquire a top-four defenseman and a top-six forward to improve the team's chances in the stretch run and playoffs.
Sebastian Cossa
A goalie prospect for the Detroit Red Wings who has been demonstrating that he is ready for the NHL.
Sheldon Dries
A member of the Detroit Red Wings organization who is thrilled to be with the team for two more seasons.
Dan Watson
The head coach of the Grand Rapids Griffins, the AHL affiliate of the Detroit Red Wings, whose team has won five of their last six games and is surging again.
Carter Bear
A 2024 second-round draft pick of the Detroit Red Wings who plays for the Everett Silvertips and has 57 points in 41 games this season.
What they’re saying
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— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.
The takeaway
This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.
