Compher Out, Bernard-Docker Back; Edvinsson Trade Talk Swirls

The Red Wings made a pair of roster moves Thursday, activating defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker from injured reserve while placing forward JT Compher on IR retroactive to October 4, sidelining him for the weekend games @DetroitRedWings. Meanwhile, the trade speculation around the team continues to intensify: Friedman reported that multiple teams have inquired about defenseman Simon Edvinsson, though Detroit maintains its stated preference is to sign him long-term @GrindLinePod. There's also been significant reporting that teams have attempted to recruit captain Dylan Larkin to Montreal, where he would reportedly be a major draw @GrindLinePod.

On the prospect front, a key Red Wings draftee is dealing with an injury setback—Max Plante, ranked No. 8 on Detroit Hockey Now's Top Red Wings Prospect list, is sidelined week-to-week with an upper body injury Detroit Hockey Now. In a lighter moment, rookie Emmitt Finnie marked an NHL milestone by fighting for the first time, while the organization also celebrated a personal moment for head strength coach Rob, who recently lost his father.