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ESPN.com · Nov 28, 2023

Grading the Patrick Kane signing for the Detroit Red Wings

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The most notable free agent remaining to sign during the 2023-24 NHL season has chosen a team. Patrick Kane is joining the Detroit Red Wings, by way of a one-year, $2.75 million contract.

Where does he fit in the Red Wings' lineup? Does the deal make sense for where the Red Wings are in their process of building up into a contender again?

Here's our take on answering both questions -- as well as an overall grade for the deal.

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