Fri, Mar 6, 2026 at 2:59pm

FAULK DEALT TO DETROIT

The Detroit Red Wings acquired defenseman Justin Faulk from the St. Louis Blues for defenseman Justin Holl, winger Dmitri Buchelnikov, a first-round draft pick in 2026 and a third-round draft pick in 2026.

What does it give the Detroit Red Wings
The Red Wings upgrade their defense in a big way by bringing in Faulk. The veteran all-around defender is enjoying a solid season on offense. He should log big minutes for Detroit down the stretch, contributing on both special teams. Faulk also comes with one more year on his contract.

What does it give the St. Louis Blues
St. Louis parts ways with Faulk after seven seasons, as they sell on deadline day. They take on Holl's contract for the rest of the year and add a Russian prospect to keep an eye on in Buchelnikov. But for the retooling Blues, the two picks in this year's draft are the key acquisition here.

Fantasy impact
Faulk's point production should remain steady, even though he may see less power-play ice time in Detroit. Back in St. Louis, other blueliners like Cam Fowler, Phillip Broberg and Logan Mailloux will get a modest boost from taking over Faulk's power-play minutes.