Michael Rasmussen is looking more and more like an afterthought for the Detroit Red Wings, and his eventual replacement may be ready for the NHL soon.
On Friday, the Detroit Red Wings activated Nate Danielson, who may have wound up with the big club if it wasn't for a preseason injury that kept him out of action for an extended period of time. Danielson showed promise during the 2024-25 season, ending his campaign in Grand Rapids with 39 points and 12 goals across 71 games, foreshadowing his successful preseason before the injury.