Red Wings Trade for Faulk, Host Panthers Tonight

Breaking News: Detroit Red Wings Acquire Justin Faulk from St. Louis Blues

The Detroit Red Wings have made a significant move at the NHL trade deadline, acquiring defenseman Justin Faulk from the St. Louis Blues. In return, the Blues received defenseman Justin Holl, a first-round and third-round pick in the 2026 draft, and forward prospect Dmitri Buchelnikov.

Faulk, a 33-year-old veteran, has contributed 32 points (11 goals, 21 assists) in 61 games this season for the Blues. He is in the sixth year of a seven-year deal worth $45.5 million, averaging $6.5 million per season, and will be a free agent after next year.

The Red Wings, currently third in the Atlantic Division with a 35-20-7 record, are aiming for their first playoff appearance since 2016. They also acquired forward David Perron from Ottawa yesterday for a conditional fourth-round pick in 2026.

Holl, 34, has 14 points in 41 games with Detroits Grand Rapids affiliate this year, and has a solid NHL resume with Toronto and Detroit. Buchelnikov, a 22-year-old second-round pick from 2022, has 23 points in 38 games for CSKA in Russias top league.

The Red Wings host the Florida Panthers tonight at 7 p.m. Eastern at Little Caesars Arena, providing Faulk with an opportunity to debut with his new team.

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