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Datsyuk, BTW, turns 41 in July. ARI currently owns Datsyuk’s NHL rights, until July 1, when he would become UFA in the NHL.

— Bob McKenzie (@TSNBobMcKenzie) December 19, 2018

Oh, really?

If Pavel Datsyuk did decide to return to the NHL… he’d come back to the Red Wings, right? I’m not sure I’d want to see Datsyuk in another team’s sweater. I know some fans weren’t thrilled with how he left Detroit, but I imagine we’d surely welcome him back for another go at it. Could you imagine what Filip Zadina could do on a line with Datsyuk? Sign me up. Come on home, Pavel.

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Jared McIsaac, D, Halifax Mooseheads (QMJHL): One of the surprises on Canada’s WJC blueline, McIsaac isn’t the flashiest player, but he has solid two-way skills and a track record with international teams. Nearly a point-per-gamer back with Halifax, the Detroit Red Wings pick will also get a crack at the Memorial Cup this season. NHL arrival: 2020-21