The Daily: Bertuzzi On List of UFAs to Avoid; Petry Back

Pittsburgh Hockey Now’s Dan Kingerski has a list of unrestricted free agents that the Pittsburgh Penguins need to avoid: former Red Wings player Tyler Bertuzzi is No. 1 on his list.

Kingerski’s story points out Bertuzzi put up 30 goals for the Red Wings in 2021-22, but hasn’t been able to recreate that, even this season when he played with Toronto’s highly skilled players.

The Maple Leafs would like to re-sign Bertuzzi. Getting some term is probably most important to Bertuzzi. He’s 29 now.

“The Bertuzzi name and potential will raise the bidding,” Kingerski wrote. “A 40-point LW is worth about $5 million, but he will likely command more on a long-term deal. The Penguins would be better off calling an old friend who’s lighting it up in Carolina.”

“Buyer beware.”

Bertuzzi vs Marchand is getting good pic.twitter.com/RsdmlmvF1U

— Joe Haggerty (@HackswithHaggs) April 25, 2024

Red Wings In Case You Missed It

Detroit 2023 first round pick Axel Sandin Pellikka is a finalist for Young Player of the Year in European hockey.

Former Detroit Red Wings coach Jeff Blashill, now a Tampa Bay Lightning assistant, is in the mix for the San Jose Sharks head coaching job.

Marco Kasper stepped up with three points in the Grand Rapids Griffins’ Game 1 triumph against the Milwaukee Admirals.

Bob Duff writes about Ville Husso‘s unsatisfactory two seasons with the Detroit Red Wings. Injuries have undermined his contributions.

Red Wings Offseason

Red Wings defenseman Jeff Petry will be back in USA’s lineup today against Poland. He was given the day off Thursday when USA played France. Former Red Wings goalie Alex Nedeljkovic recorded a 10-save shutout for USA against France.  Red Wings prospect Trey Augustine is expected to start in goal for USA today against Poland.

Hockey Now Network

Boston: Brad Marchand says Florida Panthers rival Sam Bennett “got away with one.” Boston Bruins.

Florida: Ryan Lomberg and Nick Cousins back in Florida’s lineup against the Boston Bruins tonight. Florida Panthers. 

Montreal: MHN explores whether Kaiden Guhle can take the next step in his development. Montreal Canadiens.

Philadelphia:  Flyers goalie prospect Alexei Kolosov reportedly will be leaving North America to return to the KHL. Philadelphia Flyers.