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David Perron

Left Wing · Detroit Red Wings

2007 Draft, Rd 1 Pick 26 (#26) — St. Louis Blues

Next Game

Wed, Apr 15 · 7:00 PM ET @ Panthers

FanDuel Sports Detroit, Scripps Sports

Age 376'0"202 lbsShoots RightSherbrooke, CAN

Current Season

GP

64

Goals

13

Assists

15

Points

28

+/-

-6

S%

14.1%

Last 5 Games

DateOppGAPTS+/-SOGTOI
Apr 13@ TBL101+1314:48
Apr 11vs NJD101-3515:37
Apr 9vs PHI000-1014:16
Apr 7vs CBJ000-2013:52
Apr 5vs MIN000+2012:55

Career Stats

Contract

Cap Hit

$4.00M

Total Value

$8.00M

Expires

2 yrs · 2025-2026

Status

Then UFA

15-team no-trade list

via PuckPedia

Recent Stories

News
Perron Snipes Past Vasilevskiy

Perron roofs one against Vasilevskiy in DET@TBL, the finish that has Detroit dreaming bigger. Lightning fans know Vasy owns most nights, but veterans like Perron thrive in chaos. This tally tests Tampa's resolve as divisional stakes climb higher.

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Perron Buries One Past Vasi in DET-TBL Clash

David Perron channels his veteran sniping instincts to light the lamp on Andrei Vasilevskiy, the Lightning netminder who's faced more pressure than most this season. Detroit's pushing hard against Tampa's playoff machine, where every goal shifts the momentum in a building that knows championship heartbreak. With both squads jockeying for position late in the year, this tally carries the weight of divisional survival.

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Perron Grabs the Lead

David Perron steps up big for his squad, snatching the lead in a game that has playoff implications written all over it. The veteran winger, who's seen more tight checks than most, delivers the kind of timely production that separates contenders from pretenders this late in the season. With front offices buzzing about roster tweaks, Perron reminds everyone why he's still a difference-maker in the clutch.

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Playoffs
Perron's Detroit Homecoming Flops Hard

David Perron returns to Detroit hoping for magic, but his stint turns into a frustrating fade that has Red Wings fans groaning. The veteran winger, once a deadline darling, struggles to find the net amid lineup logjams and chemistry issues. GM Steve Yzerman faces tough calls as this disappointment ripples through Motown's rebuild.

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Kane Passes Hull for U.S. Goals Crown

Patrick Kane etches his name atop the all-time American NHL goal scorers list, eclipsing Brett Hull in a milestone that silences doubters. The Chicago legend, now thriving elsewhere, adds another chapter to his Hall of Fame case with pure sniper precision. This record chase underscores why Kane remains the league's most dangerous U.S.-born talent.

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Game Recap
Quick's Clutch Stop Denies Perron

Jonathan Quick flashes the leather in DET@NYR, stoning David Perron on what looked like a sure redirect from the slot. The 38-year-old vet, who's seen every shooter in this league, channels his Cup-winning instincts to keep the Rangers alive in a playoff push. With Detroit clawing for points and New York desperate to hold home ice, this save shifts the momentum in a game full of wild-card stakes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are David Perron's stats this season?
David Perron has 13 goals and 15 assists for 28 points in 64 games this season.
What team does David Perron play for?
David Perron is a forward for the Detroit Red Wings.
What is David Perron's contract?
David Perron has a cap hit of $4.00M with 0 years remaining. He will be an unrestricted free agent (UFA) when the contract expires.
When was David Perron drafted?
David Perron was drafted in the 2007 NHL Draft by the St. Louis Blues in Round 1, Pick 26 (26 overall).
Where is David Perron from?
David Perron is 37 years old and was born in Sherbrooke, CAN.