Patrick Kane to sign deal with Red Wings, sources say

Patrick Kane is signing a one-year, $2.75 million contract with the Detroit Red Wings, sources told ESPN on Tuesday.

Kane, who spent the first 16 years of his NHL career with the Chicago Blackhawks before a trade to the New York Rangers last spring, is six months out from hip resurfacing surgery. The nine-time All-Star has met with a handful of teams over the past month, including his hometown Buffalo Sabres, the Florida Panthers, Dallas Stars, Toronto Maple Leafs and Boston Bruins.

According to sources, Kane narrowed his focus and was down to two Eastern Conference teams in the final week of his decision. His deal with the Red Wings doe not include any bonuses, sources said.

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