A mutual interest between the Detroit Red Wings and Patrick Kane
Dave Hogg: Detroit Red Wings pending UFA forward Patrick Kane said there is a mutual interest between the two sides to work out an extension.
“I think there is mutual interest for me to come back and continue my career here. It’s been a great spot for me, my family and my son, and I’ve definitely enjoyed my time here. But there’s no rush — I’ll talk things over with my agent and my family, and we’ll see how everything plays out.
“I’d love to be part of the solution that gets this team over the hump. We have a good team here, and we can win. I think this team is better than some teams that are in the playoffs.”
The 37-year-old put up 16 goals and 41 assists in 67 games.
NHL Rumors: New York Islanders and Detroit Red Wings
Connor Hellebuyck playing somewhere other than Winnipeg next season?
Dave McCarthy: “As it relates to Connor Hellebuyck, I was told recently that it wouldn’t be surprising if he plays elsewhere next season. A number of factors at play, including his discontent with how the season went for the Winnipeg Jets. 4 yrs left at $8.5M. 33 yrs old next season.”
Winnipeg Jets – Returning to likely on the move
Murat Ates of The Athletic: The Winnipeg Jets went from winning the President’s Trophy for the team with the most points to missing the playoffs. Their star goaltender voiced his displeasure as he’s another year older and no closer to a Stanley Cup. There has to be some changes made this offseason. Tiering off, who is staying to who could be on the move.
Returning … Or else, what is Winnipeg Doing – Connor Hellebuyck ($8.5 million), Mark Schiefele ($8.5 million), Kyle Connor($12 million), Josh Morrissey ($6.25 million), and Gabriel Vilardi ($7.5 million).
Returning veterans who need to bounce back – Adam Lowry ($5 million), and Neal Pionk ($7 million).
Returning veterans who need to bounce back or move on – Nino Niederreiter ($4 million), Vladislav Namestnikov ($3 million), and Haydn Fleury ($950,000).
Returning veterans with injuries – Alex Iafallo ($3.67 million) and Morgan Barron($1.85 million).
Returning youth who need to step forward – Cole Perfetti (RFA), Dylan Samberg ($8.5 million), Elias Salomonsson ($815,00), Brad Lambert ($886,666), and Isak Rosen (RFA).
NHL Rumors: Winnipeg Jets and the San Jose Sharks
A trio of unrestricted free agents with non-zero odds of signing – Cole Koepke (re-signed already), Eric Comrie (UFA), and Colin Miller (UFA).
Retirement watch – Jonathan Toews
Likely to move on – Ville Heinola, Gustav Nyquist, and Jacob Bryson.
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