Red Wings Lucas Raymond could be receiving an offer sheet very shortly per insider

This season has seen several offer sheets, including a notable instance when the St. Louis Blues offered contracts to two Edmonton Oilers players, which the Oilers chose not to match. It seems that another offer sheet may be on the way for a highly skilled young forward of the Detroit Red Wings. Lucas Raymond appears to be the next target around the league to be offer sheeted.

The Buffalo Sabers are reportedly showing very strong interest in acquiring Detroit Red Wings forward Lucas Raymond, according to a hockey insider with a significant following on X/Twitter. This source has a track record of breaking news about player movements before they become public.

Lucas Raymond is a talented 22-year-old forward and has showcased his durability and skill by participating in all 82 games for the Detroit Red Wings last season. Throughout the season, he accumulated an impressive 72 points, consisting of 31 goals and 41 assists. Unlike Dylan Holloway and Philip Broberg who left the Edmonton Oilers for the St. Louis Blues via an offer sheet, Raymond's commitment and contribution position him as an integral part of the future of the Red Wings. His exceptional performance has already established him as a top point producer in the NHL.

The Buffalo Sabres are unlikely to have submitted an offer sheet already for Lucas Raymond because it is highly expected that the Detroit Red Wings would match any offer they receive. No matter the cost, the Red Wings would most likely find a way to retain him as he is the player of the future for them.

The coming weeks of the off-season could become quite intriguing as we wait to see if an offer sheet will materialize, but one thing's for sure, they will start becoming more common.

Source: Blades of Steel
Insider suggests another offer sheet may be coming for Detroit Red Wings forward

Source: Elite Prospects
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