The Detroit Red Wings inked William Wallinder’s contract for two years on June 25, 2026. It’s a two-way deal paying more money if he plays in the NHL, less if he stays in the minors.
Wallinder, only 22, scored just three points in 50 games last season. Detroit now holds his rights through 2028. He is due back at training camp in September, with coaches likely to decide where he starts once camp wraps up. The organization remains optimistic in his development. This contract gives him an obvious opportunity to prove his value. Fans will watch his progress closely this fall.