NHL insider Pierre LeBrun reports Detroit Red Wings nearing contract extension with UFA forward Patrick Kane. Expected to hit free market, Kane may stay in Hockeytown as Steve Yzerman works late to secure deal. Talks suggest imminent agreement between Kane and Red Wings for one-year extension. Stay tuned for more on HockeyPatrol.
Fans share news as Patrick Kane stays with Detroit, set for one-year deal per Pierre LeBrun. Montreal Canadiens had eyed Kane, but rumors quashed by latest developments from Frank Seravalli. Canadiens' hopes dashed as Kane's future in Hockeytown solidifies.
Kane, who began his career with the Chicago Blackhawks, is entering his 17th professional season. Among U.S. born players, only Mike Modano has more NHL points than Kane's 1,284.
