Detroit ― The Detroit Red Wings are adding to their depth on defense. The Wings on Friday announced the signing of defenseman Travis Hamonic to a one-year, $1 million contract.

Travis Hamonic signed a one-year, $1 million contract with the Detroit Red Wings on Friday. The 34-year-old defenseman had seven points (one goal, six assists) in 59 regular-season games for the Ottawa Senators last season. He had 92 blocked shots and averaged 17:04 of ice time per game.

The Detroit Red Wings are hoping to contend in the 2025-26 season. They do not want to end up where they've been for the last nine seasons: outside of the playoffs and in the NHL Draft Lottery. Detroit entered NHL Free Agency hoping to make a significant move. Unfortunately, that significant move has yet to come.

The Detroit Red Wings have added to their blue line, signing Travis Hamonic to a one-year contract worth $1 million.

Here is a list of former Wings who have had a fairly stressful summer not knowing for sure where they might be playing this fall and winter.

The Detroit Red Wings have come to terms with St. Malo product Travis Hamonic on a one-year contract. The 34-year-old will make an even $1 million for the 2025-26 season in Motor City, operating under general manager Steve Yzerman and head coach Todd McLellan.