Ted Kulfan of The Detroit News makes 10 predictions for NHL free agency.
1. Kevin Shattenkirk will get a long-term, big-money contract: And several months from now, there will be a lot of stories about how the team that signs him (New York Rangers, Montreal, Tampa) will be regretting it because of Shattenkirk’s defensive deficiencies. Who will that team be? All signs point to the Rangers.
2. The Red Wings will sign one veteran defensemen — maybe two: The names are likely to be underwhelming, probably past their prime, and fans will react with a sizable yawn or disbelief.