from Josh Berenter of the Wings' website,
When a team has fallen on hard times and hasn't made the playoffs in four seasons, often times there is a hesitation for free agents to sign on and buy in to a rebuild.
But there is still an undeniable cache to playing for an iconic Original Six franchise, and the Detroit Red Wings will always be a desirable destination that NHL players covet.
The Red Wings signed seven free agents over the weekend, many of whom said it was a no-brainer to come to Hockeytown.