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Bold Prediction Emerges Regarding Patrick Kane's Future With The Red Wings
It was a sight that many Chicago Blackhawks fans couldn't fathom – Patrick Kane, the iconic figure, donning the colors of their once-historic rival, the Detroit Red Wings. Much like the 1999 trade that saw Blackhawks captain Chris Chelios head to Detroit, Kane is now wearing the Red Wings jersey.
Having inked a pro-rated one-year deal with the team he used to routinely outplay while with Chicago, Kane made his debut just over a month ago. The positive news is that he seems to be in excellent shape following offseason hip surgery. However, the downside is that, before the clock struck 2024, the Red Wings hit a rough patch, posting the second-worst record in the NHL from December 7 to the 31st.
While Kane isn't to blame for Detroit's struggles, they've bounced back with two wins in 2024, putting them back in the Wild Card playoff race. The question now looms: Will Kane stick around or become trade bait at the deadline?
According to Max Bultman from The Athletic,
"But the bet here is that Kane stays put. He has a no-trade clause, for one, but frankly I would have a hard time seeing Detroit move him without his blessing regardless. He chose Detroit, the Red Wings wanted him, and he's playing well for them in a big role.
So, instead of a trade, why not an extension? Detroit has money coming off the books this summer, with David Perron and Daniel Sprong pending UFAs up front, and at 35, Kane won't be commanding an especially long-term deal. The cap hit will be fascinating, especially if Kane keeps producing at this rate, but on a short deal, the Red Wings can afford to splurge a bit for a player of Kane's talent. I'll say he sticks around for two years at a cap hit around $5-6 million."
So, instead of a trade, why not an extension? Detroit has money coming off the books this summer, with David Perron and Daniel Sprong pending UFAs up front, and at 35, Kane won't be commanding an especially long-term deal. The cap hit will be fascinating, especially if Kane keeps producing at this rate, but on a short deal, the Red Wings can afford to splurge a bit for a player of Kane's talent. I'll say he sticks around for two years at a cap hit around $5-6 million."
Red Wings fans, who have embraced their former rival, might just be open to extending the team's relationship with Kane beyond this season. The arena is filled with Kane Red Wings sweaters during home games, a testament to the warm reception he has received.
Source: Hockeyfeed
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