Lucas Raymond agent finally gives an update on the contract negotiation with the Detroit Red Wings
The news about Lucas Raymond's contract negotiations with the Detroit Red Wings has been sparse, with most updates coming from Sweden.
His agent, Peter Werner, shared some insights with hockeysverige.se, stating that while there hasn't been any breakthrough yet, there's no reason for pessimism.
Meanwhile, Raymond has been training in Germany alongside Detroit teammate Moritz Seider, who is also amid contract talks. The two young stars push each other to stay sharp during the offseason. Swedish player Andreas Larsson is also part of their training group.
Werner emphasized Raymond's focus on personal development, saying,
Lucas Raymond, like Seider, remains a restricted free agent (RFA), and both are key pieces to Detroit's long-term plans. The Red Wings have preferred to lock them up with long-term deals, though a bridge deal remains a possibility.
Detroit's training camp is fast approaching, with less than 10 days left, adding urgency to the negotiations. Werner expressed confidence that a deal can be reached soon. «Oh yes, without a doubt,» he said, «but to a reasonable agreement.»
The broader RFA class includes other notable names like Boston goalie Jeremy Swayman and New Jersey's Dawson Mercer, both of whom are still unsigned. Toronto's Nick Robertson recently reduced that list by signing a one-year deal for $875,000. Rumors suggest the Devils might also be exploring a bridge deal with Mercer.
As the clock ticks down, all eyes are on whether Detroit and Raymond can finalize a deal before training camp.
Source: DetHockeyNow
Raymond Agent Says Deal Can Get Done
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