Since 1981 , the Red Wings have called the Western Conference home , but that all changes this year as they move into the east .
8 - 22 - 13 : No team is more affected by the NHL realignment than the Detroit Red Wings .
Since 1981 , the Detroit Red Wings   have called the Western Conference home , but that all changes this year as they move into the east .
8 - 22 - 13 : No team is more affected by the NHL realignment than the Detroit Red Wings .