from Ansar Khan of Mlive,
2018-19 outlook: In a league that has been increasingly reliant on speed, the Red Wings continue to value Helm's skating ability, mainly for checking, but also for some offense.
They also like his versatility. He'll start the season on wing but can move to center in case of injuries. He'll continue to be one of their leading penalty killers and their biggest shorthanded threat. He's not likely to see power-play time but has played the net-front role on the second unit.
Many have difficulty accepting Helm's contract and large cap hit, but he has been an important role player for 10 years and will continue to fill that role as long as he can remain healthy.