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Detroit eyes star Artemi Panarin as a massive deal looms Wednesday, potentially fast-tracking the Red Wings' rebuild with a proven scorer.
There was always going to be some hardship, down a top-pair defenseman. But in three consecutive home losses, the latest a 5-0 drubbing at the hands of the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday, the Red Wings haven’t looked ready to meet the challenge.
The Detroit Red Wings’ most pressing need is a second-pair defenseman, and Justin Faulk of the St. Louis Blues could be the ideal fit for several reasons. The Blues are second-to-last overall and appear poised for a fire sale before the March 6 trade deadline.
Before the two goalie fights over the past two weeks, Red Wings goaltender Cam Talbot had been the most recent NHL goalie to fight, dating back to 2020—and he loves seeing it.