Detroit Hockey Now’s Kevin Allen discusses the Red Wings’ potential UFA targets, presuming that the team uses some of its $9 million in remaining salary cap space:
Tyler Bertuzzi, Boston Bruins:
Bertuzzi wants a home run contract. He wants a long-term deal for a noteworthy deal. The Bruins want to keep him, but how could they make it work. The Florida Panthers would have to get very creative.
Patrick Kane, New York Rangers:
We hear several teams are interested, even though Kane is coming off hip resurfacing surgery. He won’t be ready to play until after the holidays.
Vladimir Tarasenko, New York Rangers:
Proven scorer, but it doesn’t seem like a team wants to give him term.
Matt Dumba, Minnesota Wild:
Right-shot defenseman. That makes him more valuable. Teams are running out of cap space. Will he have to lower his asking price?