Red Wings Could Make Noise If Islanders Star Hits The Market

Detroit is hovering near the edge of a move that could change the tone of its offseason in a hurry. If the Islanders’ star actually becomes available, the Red Wings have the kind of appetite and draft capital that can turn a rumor into a real front-office test. This is the sort of name that makes rival GMs start doing the math before the market even opens, and Detroit knows a swing like this can send a message well beyond one deal.