DETROIT – The Detroit Red Wings signed forward Sam Gagner to a one-year contract extension Saturday. The Red Wings acquired Gagner on Feb. 24 in a trade with Edmonton. In 42 games last season with the Red Wings and Oilers, Gagner had six goals and seven assists. Detroit also announced it has signed forward Turner Elson to a one-year extension. More: Red Wings pick up Marc Staal, draft pick in trade with Rangers

DETROIT – The Detroit Red Wings acquired defenseman Marc Staal and a second-round draft pick from the New York Rangers for future considerations Saturday. “Marc Staal has been an exemplary hockey player, teammate and person from the moment he joined the New York Rangers organization,” Rangers President John Davidson said. The rebuilding Red Wings have 20 picks over the next two drafts, including six of the first 65 selections this year. The Red Wings acquired Gagner on Feb. 24 in a trade with Edmonton. The respect we have for Marc is immeasurable, and we wish him and his family all the best.”More: Red Wings newsMore: Report: Jimmy Howard likely to move on from Red Wings, but not retiring