Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman may be considering trade options as the team continues to struggle with inconsistency in a disappointing season. David Pagnotta from The Fourth Period reported on Tuesday’s episode of “The Latest” that Yzerman is aiming to “shake up” the roster in hopes of reigniting Detroit’s faltering playoff aspirations. According to Pagnotta’s league sources, the Red Wings are exploring various possibilities, with a focus on addressing their ongoing goaltending issues. However, with several players under contract, Yzerman will need to be creative to pull off significant moves.
The Red Wings are currently 10-13-4, sitting near the bottom of the Eastern Conference wild-card standings, four points behind the Tampa Bay Lightning for the final spot. Speculation around the job security of head coach Derek Lalonde has been growing, as he enters his third season without leading the team to a playoff berth. Pagnotta mentioned that the Red Wings are aiming for a “hockey-type” trade, possibly a talent-for-talent exchange. Goaltending remains a major concern, as injuries to Cam Talbot and Alex Lyon have placed more pressure on Ville Husso, who has struggled since re-signing with the team earlier this year. The Red Wings are also enduring a five-game losing streak, capped by a recent defeat to the Colorado Avalanche.
