The 2023-24 NHL Trade Deadline is just one month away, and it will be quite intriguing to watch what Detroit Red Wings General Manager Steve Yzerman does. If the Red Wings continue to play like they did in January, they will secure their position as playoff contenders, compelling Yzerman to add one or two players before the deadline. Evan Sabourin of The Hockey Writers suggests three players the Red Wings could acquire before the trade deadline.In a recent post, Sabourin advises that the Red Wings trade acquire D Noah Hanifin, D Marcus Pettersson, or D Jakob Chychrun. Here’s a recap of Sabourin’s comments regarding each player as a prospective Red Wings target.
Noah Hanifin: LHD, Calgary Flames.Noah Hanifin, a 27-year-old Calgary Flames defenceman, is praised for his strong two-way performance despite not fulfilling early career expectations. As the Flames indicate their willingness to move, as evidenced by the recent deal that sent Elias Lindholm to the Canucks, Hanifin stands out as a valuable trade asset. This season, he has nine goals and 17 assists, making substantial contributions to the Flames’ power play. With his contract about to expire, leaving him an unrestricted free agent, Hanifin is expected to draw interest in a trade involving prospects and draft picks. The Detroit Red Wings, under General Manager Steve Yzerman, may contemplate acquiring Hanifin for a long-term role, maybe considering him as a strategic addition to their defensive lineup, despite the necessity to manage
