Quick news: Nikolaj Ehlers rumors intensify

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William Austin
August 7, 2024 (2:54 PM)

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Detroit Red Wings rumors include Nikolaj Ehlers' trade and news from the week in the NHL.

DetNews Power Rankings
In his latest power rankings, longtime Red Wings beat writer Ted Kulfan slots Detroit at No. 16 in the NHL, placing them in the middle of the pack. Kulfan's assessment suggests that the Wings could either secure one of the final playoff spots in the Eastern Conference or fall short, similar to last season. Key factors will be the contributions of right wing Vladimir Tarasenko, the development of Lucas Raymond following a strong late-season performance, and whether goalie Cam Talbot can provide stability in the net. This ranking reflects their position at the end of the last season, with the Capitals slightly behind at No. 18 after their playoff exit.

Fictional Trade Idea
A PuckPedia user crafted a hypothetical trade involving https://www.redwingsinsider.com/nhl-team/detroit-red-wings/here-what-the-winnipeg-jets-are-asking-for-nikolaj-ehlers from the Winnipeg Jets for some speculative fun. The proposed deal would send Jonatan Berggren, Dmitri Buchelnikov, a 2025 1st round pick, and a 2026 2nd-round pick to Winnipeg in exchange for Ehlers. While Ehlers is an exciting player, the proposed package is quite hefty. Removing the 1st round pick might make it more palatable, but this trade scenario remains speculative and should be taken with a grain of salt.

RSN Uncertainty
The dispute between Xfinity and Bally Sports is resolved, but the future of Bally Sports Detroit remains uncertain. With Bally Sports moving to a higher TV package tier, viewers like you and me are now required to upgrade their packages to continue accessing their content. This frustrating situation may lead fans to explore alternative viewing options as the regular season approaches.

Source: Winging it in Motown
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