The Detroit Red Wings’ defense for the 2025-26 NHL season is shaping up with familiar faces and new competition. Here’s a detailed breakdown of potential defensive pairings:
1. **Ben Chiarot-Moritz Seider**: A proven top pairing with Seider’s all-situations play and Chiarot’s physicality.
2. **Simon Edvinsson-Albert Johansson**: Edvinsson’s offensive upside paired with Johansson’s reliability.
3. **Erik Gustafsson-Travis Hamonic**: A gritty third pair battle with depth and defensive grit.
Explore how prospects like Axel Sandin Pellikka fit into the long-term plan and which defensemen will vie for roster spots. Plus, insights on training camp battles and Grand Rapids Griffins’ role in player development. Stay updated on the Red Wings’ defensive strategy as they aim for a stronger season.
