The Red Wings checked off several boxes before the market officially opened, re-signing defenseman prospect Antti Tuomisto to a one-year, two-way contract extension on June 26 before re-upping blueliner William Lagesson to a two-year deal on June 27.

The Detroit Red Wings have already brought in a key reinforcement between the pipes, acquiring goaltender John Gibson from the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for Petr Mrazek, a 2027 second-round pick, and a 2026 fourth-round pick.

Let's start with a recap: On June 28, Yzerman traded for goaltender John Gibson by sending Petr Mrazek and two draft picks to the Anaheim Ducks. Starting July 1 in free agency, Yzerman signed forwards James van Riemsdyk and Mason Appleton, and defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker.