The NHL trade deadline is still more than four months away, but early in the 2024/25 season, Patrick Kane is emerging as a potential trade candidate. Despite the season’s surprises—both positive and negative—teams often start to distinguish themselves as the year progresses. This leads many organizations to consider trading valuable veterans, and Kane is a prominent name in those discussions.
After a successful tenure in Chicago, Kane was traded to the New York Rangers, but the team fell short of a Stanley Cup, and he eventually became a free agent. He chose to join Detroit, but following a 3-3-0 start this season, there are questions about the team’s overall talent and competitiveness.
According to Bleacher Report’s Joe Yerdon, while a trade won’t happen early in the season, if the Red Wings find themselves out of the playoff picture by February, they might feel compelled to move Kane. If the team continues to struggle, his name will likely circulate as a target for contending teams looking to bolster their rosters for a Cup run.
While Patrick Kane may not be the player he once was, he still recorded 47 points in just 50 games last season. For a team in need of depth in their middle-six, he could be one of the best options available. Although a trade isn’t imminent, if Detroit’s young core fails to propel the team into playoff contention, dealing Kane could be the first of several moves the organization considers.
