Vrana called up should Bert get moved

Why trade Bert? Red Wings are currently 5 points behind Pittsburgh. 6 back of Washington with 3 games in hand. Those are the 2 wildcard teams.

Plus we're 4 points back of Florida and the isles with 4 games in hand.

We're tied with Buffalo.

Detroit got no games in hand though so unless Pitt loses 5 in a row and Det wins 5 wont be catching. Also would have to hope Buffalo struggles and Washington doesnt continue adding points

If they sell it will be at the TDL like Yzerman always does

If somebody offers a 1st round pick for him, I think you need to trade him. It’s not like he has been carrying us this season.

I disagree, Bertuzzi's trade value is pretty low and that also means his value in terms of signing his next contract is low as well. Thats why I think resigning with Detroit for a season or 2 is the most logical outcome. He has 2 20g seasons and a 30g season here in Detroit and he knows as long as he is playing well, he will be on the 1st line with Larkin. This season was rough for him but I have no doubts he will return to form and clearly I'm not alone in thinking that the fans of several teams wouldn't want him if they didn't feel the same way.

Yes. It's "Bertuzzi sucks so we're not giving up anything good for him but we'll still add him to our top 6 so we can compete for a Stanley Cup." 🤭