The Detroit Red Wings have made a big splash in the NHL free agency market, signing superstar forward Patrick Kane to a long-term contract.
Kane, who has been one of the NHL’s top players for the past decade, has been a key member of the Chicago Blackhawks since his rookie season in 2007-08. He has won three Stanley Cups with the team and is a nine-time All-Star. He has also won the Hart Memorial Trophy as the NHL’s MVP in 2016 and the Art Ross Trophy as the league’s leading scorer in 2015.
Kane’s move to Detroit is a major coup for the Red Wings, who have been rebuilding their roster in recent years. The team has missed the playoffs for four consecutive seasons, but with the addition of Kane, they are hoping to turn things around and make a run at the Stanley Cup.
Kane’s contract is reportedly worth $10 million per year for eight years. This makes him one of the highest-paid players in the NHL and gives the Red Wings a legitimate star player to build their team around.
The signing of Kane is a huge boost for Detroit and should help them become a contender in the Eastern Conference. With Kane on board, the Red Wings have a real chance to make some noise in the NHL this season and beyond.
