The Red Wings Officially Terminated 27-Year Old Forwards Contract

The Detroit Red Wings have had an eventful season filled with highs and lows, hinting at a potential playoff appearance for the first time since 2016. With the trade deadline looming, a recent move by the team suggests they may be gearing up for something significant.

Red Wings Part Ways with AHL Veteran Nolan Stevens

Today, the team announced the termination of the contract of 27-year-old forward Nolan Stevens. Stevens has spent his entire career in the AHL and was unlikely to make a big impact with the Red Wings. Nonetheless, freeing up his contract slot gives the team more flexibility as they approach the trade deadline, where NHL teams cannot exceed 50 contracted players at once.

Red Wings Set to Address Contract Termination

Tyler Kuehl from Daily Faceoff reports that the team will provide further details regarding Steven's contract termination tomorrow. It's possible that Stevens sought an exit from his contract, seeing no clear path to the NHL. Tomorrow's announcement will shed more light on the situation.



Originally drafted in the 5th round by the St. Louis Blues in 2016, Stevens has played 268 career AHL games with six different clubs, amassing 48 goals and 130 points. This season, he recorded 3 goals and 11 points in 31 games with the Grand Rapids Griffins, Detroit's AHL affiliate. He signed a one-year, two-way deal with Detroit on July 3rd this year.

Source: Houseofhockey