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Photo credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images<\/p>\n
Tyler Myers is refusing to waive his trade protection, leaving Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan frustrated and a massive deal in complete limbo.<\/p>\n
The Vancouver Canucks are completely ready to pull the trigger on this move. Front office executives have a package sitting on the table from Detroit that they absolutely love.<\/p>\n
The terms between the two clubs are agreed upon. The pieces are firmly in place for a blockbuster swap.<\/p>\n
But the veteran defenseman holds all the leverage in this situation. Myers simply won’t sign off on packing his bags and heading to the Motor City right now.<\/p>\n
Detroit easily offered the best return by a wide margin. They’ve desperately needed a right-shot giant on their blue line to eat tough minutes and clear the crease.<\/p>\n
At a very manageable $3 million cap hit, Myers is a highly attractive asset. He brings serious size, incredible reach, and invaluable playoff experience to the locker room.<\/p>\n
The towering defender currently boasts 14 points and a steady +6 rating this season. He logs heavy ice time on a nightly basis for Adam Foote in Vancouver.<\/p>\n
Detroit Left Completely Stranded<\/p>\n
This flat-out rejection stings for a Red Wings team aggressively pushing for a playoff spot. Management thought they had their missing piece locked down.<\/p>\n
McLellan’s squad has struggled defensively over the last three games, yielding far too many high-danger chances. They need veteran stability on the back end immediately.<\/p>\n
The Canucks desperately wanted to clear cap space to make a completely different splash. Moving that salary off the books would’ve given them maximum flexibility ahead of the deadline.<\/p>\n
Now, Vancouver has to pivot their entire strategy. The front office must decide if they keep him for a deep playoff run or frantically search for another approved suitor.<\/p>\n
Detroit is essentially back to square one on the trade market. They spent weeks negotiating this specific framework.<\/p>\n
Finding another 6-foot-8 defenseman with solid execution and a reliable transition game is virtually impossible right now. The available options are incredibly thin.<\/p>\n
Time is rapidly ticking down. If Myers stays put, the Red Wings might have to look internally or heavily overpay for a lesser rental on the blue line.<\/p>\n
Previously on Detroit Hockey Insider<\/p>\n
POLL<\/p>\n
FEVRIER 26|220 ANSWERS<\/p>\n
Unexpected twist in the Tyler Myers trade<\/p>\n
Will Tyler Myers finish the season in Vancouver?<\/p>\n
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