Lucas Raymond agent finally gives an update on the contract negotiation with the Detroit Red Wings
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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.
«We are in the process of negotiating but have not yet quite reached the goal,» Werner explained. «We believe and hope, of course, that it will be ready before the camp. That is the objective.»
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,
«In the meantime, as he has always done, Lucas focuses on figuring things out to get better.»
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.
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