Three Teams That Could Come Calling for Shane Wright This Summer
Shane Wright has been a hot name around the NHL trade rumor mill, and even though the Kraken decided to hold onto him at the deadline, don't expect that to be the final chapter. Teams are going to keep circling this guy during the offseason, and it makes total sense why. Let's break down three potential landing spots for Wright if Seattle decides to make him available this summer.
New York Rangers: A Retooling Squad That Needs Exactly This
The Rangers were already connected to Wright leading up to the trade deadline, and the reasoning is obvious. Wright is the kind of young center with legit upside that a team in rebuild mode like New York should absolutely be targeting. If the Rangers bring him in this summer, he could slot right into their top six. Especially intriguing? If the Blueshirts end up dealing Vincent Trocheck this summer, Wright becomes an even more natural fit for what they're trying to build.
Pittsburgh Penguins: Future Focused Despite Playoff Push
The Penguins have made real progress this season and they're sitting right there in the playoff race because of it. But here's the thing: Pittsburgh is still very much a team thinking about the long term. That's why a serious run at Wright this offseason would make a ton of sense for them. If he breaks out with a fresh start in Pittsburgh, the Penguins could have their long-term solution at center in the top six.
Philadelphia Flyers: The Missing Piece at Center
The Flyers desperately need to upgrade at center if they want to take that next step and actually make the playoffs. Wright has the skill and potential written all over him. At just 22 years old, he's exactly the kind of young center the Flyers should be chasing as they try to build a contender. Philadelphia is on the rise, and Wright could be a marvelous fit for what's coming next.
Keep your eyes on this one heading into the offseason. Something tells us Wright's name is going to stay in the conversation all summer long.
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