Blackhawks rivals, Detroit Red Wings strive to end postseason drought

While new faces are expected to join the team, there are several players from last season who won't be returning in 2023-24.

Pius Suter and Alex Chiasson declined one-year contract offers, preferring to explore the open market for better opportunities.

Goalie Alex Nedeljkovic, Adam Erne, Jordan Oesterle, and Robert Hagg are also reportedly parting ways with the Red Wings.

With the departure of these players, Detroit will free up significant cap space.

Suter and Chiasson's combined cap hit of $4 million, along with the release of Nedeljkovic and Erne, totaling $5.1 million, will contribute to the approximately $12 million in cap space available for General Manager Steve Yzerman.

This opens up possibilities for Yzerman to pursue potential trades or sign players, such as local talent Alex DeBrincat from Farmington Hills. The Red Wings' offseason plans are certainly intriguing as they aim to reshape their roster and aim for a successful season ahead.

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