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One of the most productive offseasons in recent memory has ended for the Detroit Red Wings.
Over the last few offseasons, the Red Wings have utilized the offseason to secure cost-effective, short-term solutions. From the return of Valtteri Filppula to the addition of players like Jon Merrill, these moves were meant to provide low-risk, high-reward assets to the roster. This season, however, saw a significant change.