Chicago GM Kyle Davidson puts Patrick Kane rumors to rest
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After rumors of Patrick Kane's return to Chicago circulated, Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson put those hopes to rest, stating he is unlikely to pull the player away from the Detroit Red Wings anytime soon.
Patrick Kane had been a reliable forward for the Chicago Blackhawks, playing for the team for 16 years. However, their management decided he would better serve the team traded away to the Detroit Red Wings, who quickly signed him to a one-year contract.
"We have traded Patrick Kane for a conditional 2023 second round pick, a 2025 fourth round pick and defenseman Andy Welinski from the New York Rangers.
We've also acquired defenseman Vili Saarijarvi from Arizona as part of the trade."
We've also acquired defenseman Vili Saarijarvi from Arizona as part of the trade."
Despite dealing with the aftermath of a serious hip injury, the 35-year-old winger had an impressive 47 points in only 50 games played. Yet, with the player potentially available to return to the Blackhawks, Chicago general manager Kyle Davidson stated that he was unlikely to pull Kane back in.
"Hawks GM Kyle Davidson said you can probably put the Patrick Kane return rumors to rest 😔"
Davidson shared that he was impressed by Kane's performance and was happy about his injury management. However, he added that he does not believe he will go back on any tough decisions he made in hopes of building the team for a better chance at making the playoffs next season.
"He did have a really good year. We're all really happy to see that after having his hip procedure last offseason. That was great to see. I think we made some really tough decisions on some longstanding players. I don't foresee us going back on that."
The Detroit Red Wings just missed the playoffs after being unable to secure the final Wild Card spot form the Washington Capitals. With Patrick Kane more than likely rejoining them for the upcoming season, they may have a better chance at that 16th spot.
Source - Red Wings Insider
Patrick Kane will not be returning to Chicago
Patrick Kane will not be returning to Chicago
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