Andreas Englund Claimed By Detroit Red Wings Off Waivers From Flames

Detroit claimed defenseman Andreas Englund off waivers from Calgary, adding a physical depth piece familiar with head coach Todd McLellan from their time with Los Angeles. Englund practiced wearing No. 24, modeling his style after Niklas Kronwall. He is currently designated an immigration non-roster player while sorting out his visa. The move provides blue line insurance amidst Simon Edvinsson's ongoing contract negotiations as an RFA.