(Detroit) Steve Yzerman has made a major trade in hopes of accelerating the process of rebuilding the Detroit Red Wings.
Yzerman has been patient since taking on the role of Red Wings general manager just over four years ago, but this trade sends a signal that he wants to accelerate his recovery plan. the Michigan concession.
The Hall of Famer, who has spent his entire career with the Red Wings, acquired forward Alex DeBrincat from the Ottawa Senators on Sunday, before signing him to a four-year deal worth an average of $7 a year. .8 million US.
Yzerman made a few minor trades since the start of the summer, including adding depth to each position, before securing DeBrincat.
“Hopefully all the changes made, the additions to our roster, will make us more competitive,” Yzerman said Monday.
Detroit notably traded its first-round pick next season, fourth-round pick in 2024, forward Dominik Kubalik and young defenseman Donovan Sebrango to add an established player on offense.
DeBrincat, 25, has scored 41 goals twice in six NHL seasons. He has 187 career goals and 373 points with the Ottawa Senators and Chicago Blackhawks.
DeBrincat, who hails from Farmington Hills, Michigan, was a fan of the Red Wings when they won the Stanley Cup in 2008. His favorite player was none other than Pavel Datsyuk.
“I grew up here and cheered on the Red Wings as a kid; it’s definitely a dream come true, he said. No one is happier than my parents today. Everyone is happy. It’s a good place for me. »
“They were so dominant when I was young,” DeBrincat added. It was fun to watch. It’s one of the main reasons why I play hockey. Hopefully we can be successful here again. »
