Red Wings call up first round pick under emergency conditions

Fansided | March 7, 2026

Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, a former first overall pick, makes his triumphant return to the Red Wings when they need him the most.

Oct 13, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Detroit Red Wings right wing Michael Brandsegg Nygard (28) celebrates the victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs with goalie Cameron Talbot (39) at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gerry Angus-Imagn Images | Gerry Angus-Imagn Images

The Detroit Red Wings announced this morning that they have called up Michael Brandsegg-Nygard from the Grand Rapids Griffins under emergency conditions. This news comes in wake of captain Dylan Larkin's gruesome injury in last night's game against the Florida Panthers.