After three straight losing seasons, the Detroit Red Wings are nearing the first season to expect reasonable improvement and doing so with a new general manager in Steve Yzerman.
The franchise legend and former Tampa Bay Lightning executive is tasked with continuing a rebuild in a critical moment. With the right additions, the Wings have a fighting chance at a playoff spot. Upgrading the defense is of utmost importance this offseason.
Detroit recently chose 11 players in the NHL draft, and the next priority is some house-cleaning with restricted free agents.