John Gibson has been traded to the Detroit Red Wings from the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for Petr Mrazek and two draft picks. The Ducks received a 2027 second-round pick and a 2026 fourth-round pick. Gibson's tenure with Anaheim spanned 12 seasons, where he showcased his skills and became the franchise's all-time leader in several goaltending statistics. His recent performance included an 11-11-2 record with a 2.89 GAA and .912 save percentage this season.

Steve Yzerman, the Red Wings GM, indicated that Gibson was eager for a fresh start and saw an opportunity to solidify his role as a primary goaltender in Detroit. The move comes amid the emergence of Lukas Dostal as Anaheim's top goalie, which likely prompted Gibson's request for a change. With two years left on his contract, Gibson aims to bring stability to the Red Wings' goaltending situation while continuing to build on his impressive career.