Detroit — Nick Leddy knows he has something to offer the Red Wings, and it's a valuable asset.
"A veteran presence," said Leddy, 30, who the Wings acquired Friday from the New York Islanders in exchange for forward Richard Panik, a second-round draft pick in next week's draft, and retaining half of Panik's $2.7 million salary ($1.375 million) and salary cap hit.
"It's a younger team, obviously, and I've been fortunate enough to be with some winning cultures. I really want to bring that to the Red Wings. I'm just excited for the opportunity.