Random Thought

Team: 2024-25 Detroit Red Wings

Initial Creation Date: Apr. 21, 2024

Published: Apr. 21, 2024

Salary Cap Mode: Basic

Working a night shift and this random thought came to mind. I'm probably out to lunch with it though.

Why Boston does this?
They gain cap space while getting a top 4 defenseman for cheap. I would expect that it would be very difficult to find a replacement level player at a similar cap hit and term. This allows them to possibly go after Lindholm if desired or just extra cap flexibility for whatever they want. This allows them to stay very competitive, at least for the next few seasons.
I feel like Boston would rather a player now rather than futures, that's why I don't have them just taking the pick from New Jersey.

Why New Jersey does this?
They get their goalie. It allows them to take their time with developing goalies and gives them their true starter. It allows them to go into next season with Stanley Cup aspirations, as long as they don't lose everyone to injuries again.
I don't know if Ullmark has the value of their first this year, maybe something else needs to be added?

Why Detroit does this?
They get to keep building for the future and acquiring a pick to draft a high end young piece. I don't see Walman as a big part of the future, like most of this roster. They likely take a bit of a step back next season but I think it will be better for the long term.


Scratches are young players I could see making the team.

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