The Frans Nielsen era with the Detroit Red Wings is over.
His contract has been bought out by the team, according to CapFriendly.com.
Nielsen signed in free agency in 2016 after 10 seasons with the New York Islanders.
The 37-year-old had one goal and five assists in 29 games last season.
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