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Erik Karlsson traded to the Red Wings: Hold that thought as Detroit isn't the only team calling on him
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Detroit Red Wings have 'intensified' their interest in Erik Karlsson according to recent reports, but they aren't the only NHL organization in on the $92M defenseman: these 4 franchises are also in talks to acquire him.
The Detroit Red Wings have been linked to Erik Karlsson throughout the past several weeks, and as of late trade talks have picked up steam.
For the Penguins, they are in search to move the 35-year old NHL veteran with a hefty $10M AAV contract.
There is not many teams in the NHL who could acquire such salary, but the Red Wings are one.
Detroit Red Wings one of four teams interested in Erik Karlsson
The most recent report has furtherly proved Detroit's interest, but they aren't alone.
Steve Yzerman has some bidding to do against the Anaheim Ducks, Utah Mammoth and the Toronto Maple Leafs, who have all called the Penguins regarding an Erik Karlsson trade, per The Fourth Period NHL insider Marco D'Amico.
For the Red Wings, Karlsson may be the offensive spark they need to bolster their blueline, which is considered more on the defensive side, led by Moritz Seider.
Karlsson could relieve stress off of Seider's shoulders while promising defensive prospects such as Axel Sandin Pellikka develop with the Grand Rapids Griffins in the AHL.
The treat for the Red Wings in this deal revolves around them being able to take on Karlsson full $10M salary, the Penguins, who are looking to cap-dump Karlsson, would certainly provide compensation to Steve Yzerman.
With this storyline developing, we will provide more details once they surface on Erik Karlsson heading to the Detroit Red Wings.
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JUILLET 17 | 130 ANSWERS Erik Karlsson traded to the Red Wings: Hold that thought as Detroit isn't the only team calling on him Do you think the Red Wings would be making a mistake acquiring Erik Karlsson and his $10M average? | ||
| Yes | 80 | 61.5 % |
| Maybe | 30 | 23.1 % |
| No | 20 | 15.4 % |
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