gwkrlghl

July 5th, 2013 at 6:40 PM ^

Does that mean he's going to sit on the Wings bench next year? I.e. is this different than signing with the Griffins or may he still end up in GR next year.

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kevin holt

July 5th, 2013 at 7:38 PM ^

He probably won't be a regular Wing and mostly play for the Griffins but could be called up or play some. The Wings have a fuck ton of prospects for the next few years but he very well could prove himself. I'm sure he feels at home in GR for now since, well, he's from grand rapids so it's literally home

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All Aboard

July 5th, 2013 at 6:40 PM ^

This is an upgrade on his contract; he previously had an AHL-only "tryout" contract. It makes him a true prospect of the organization.

It's a 2-way deal and there are TONS of forwards ahead of Luke right now, so don't expect him in the NHL too soon.

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BlueAggie

July 5th, 2013 at 6:41 PM ^

Good for Glendening.  Detroit is rapidly approaching the the 50 contract limit (I think this is 49) so this is a big vote of confidence that he's a) a guy they'd like to keep around Grand Rapids and b) somebody they can call up in an emergency and count on to fill a role.

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BeileinBuddy

July 5th, 2013 at 6:49 PM ^

Finally a Wolverine in the organization (solidified anyways)

here's hoping to snag Hagelin next year when he's a UFA (right? because isn't he a RFA this year?)

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