REPORT: RED WINGS & FLAMES "AGGRESSIVE" IN TRADING FOR DYLAN COZENS (Buffalo Sabres Trade Rumours)

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We're revisiting the trade conversation on Buffalo Sabres forward Dylan Cozens, due to recent reports on how the Detroit Red Wings and Calgary Flames are the most aggressive in these talks.
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This video is taking place after the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, and after the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
The 2024 NHL Draft 1st Round went as follows:
1st) San Jose Sharks, Macklin Celebrini
2nd) Chicago Blackhawks, Artyom Levshunov
3rd) Anaheim Ducks, Beckett Sennecke
4th) Columbus Blue Jackets, Cayden Lindstrom,
5th) Montreal Canadiens, Ivan Demidov
6th) Utah Hockey Club, Tij Iginla
7th) Ottawa Senators, Carter Yakemchuk
8th) Seattle Kraken, Berkly Catton
9th) Calgary Flames, Zayne Parekh
10th) New Jersey Devils, Anton Silayev
11th) San Jose Sharks (from Buffalo Sabres), Sam Dickinson
12th) Minnesota Wild (from Philadelphia Flyers), Zeev Buium
13th) Philadelphia Flyers (from Minnesota Wild), Jett Luchanko
14th) Buffalo Sabres (from Pittsburgh Penguins via San Jose Sharks), Konsta Helenius
15th) Detroit Red Wings, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard
16th) St. Louis Blues, Adam Jiricek
17th) Washington Capitals, Terik Parascak
18th) Chicago Blackhawks (from New York Islanders), Sacha Boisvert
19th) Vegas Golden Knights, Trevor Connelly
20th) New York Islanders (from Tampa Bay Lightning via Chicago Blackhawks), Cole Eiserman
21st) Montreal Canadiens (from Los Angeles Kings), Michael Hage
22nd) Nashville Predators, Yegor Surin
23rd) Anaheim Ducks (from Toronto Maple Leafs), Stian Solberg
24th) Utah Hockey Club (from Colorado Avalanche), Cole Beaudoin
25th) Boston Bruins (from Boston Bruins via Detroit Red Wings and Ottawa Senators), Dean Letourneau
26th) Los Angeles Kings (from Winnipeg Jets via Montreal Canadiens), Liam Greentree
27th) Chicago Blackhawks (from Carolina Hurricanes), Marek Vanacker
28th) Calgary Flames (from Vancouver Canucks), Matvei Gridin
29th) Dallas Stars, Emil Hemming
30th) New York Rangers, EJ Emery
31st) Toronto Maple Leafs (from Edmonton Oilers via Anaheim Ducks), Ben Danford
32nd) Edmonton Oilers (from Florida Panthers via Philadelphia Flyers), Sam O'Reilly
This video is also taking place after 2024 NHL Season, and after the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs, where the Florida Panthers defeated the Edmonton Oilers in the Finals.
Dylan Cozens was one of the top NHL prospects at the 2019 NHL Entry Draft.
The 2019 NHL Entry Draft saw many top NHL prospects get selected by a variety of teams. The Top 26 of the draft went as follows:
1st - New Jersey Devils, Jack Hughes
2nd - New York Rangers, Kaapo Kakko
3rd - Chicago Blackhawks, Kirby Dach
4th - Colorado Avalanche (from Ottawa Senators), Bowen Byram
5th - Los Angeles Kings, Alex Turcotte
6th - Detroit Red Wings, Moritz Seider
7th - Buffalo Sabres, Dylan Cozens
8th - Edmonton Oilers, Philip Broberg
9th - Anaheim Ducks, Trevor Zegras
10th - Vancouver Canucks, Vasily Podkolzin
11th - Arizona Coyotes (from Philadelphia Flyers), Victor Soderstrom
12th - Minnesota Wild, Matthew Boldy
13th - Florida Panthers, Spencer Knight
14th - Philadelphia Flyers (from Arizona Coyotes), Cam York
15th - Montreal Canadiens, Cole Caufield
16th - Colorado Avalanche, Alex Newhook
17th - Vegas Golden Knights, Peyton Krebs
18th - Dallas Stars, Thomas Harley
19th - Ottawa Senators (from Columbus Blue Jackets), Lassi Thomson
20th - Winnipeg Jets (from Winnipeg via New York Rangers), Ville Heinola
21st - Pittsburgh Penguins, Samuel Poulin
22nd - Los Angeles Kings (from Toronto Maple Leafs), Tobias Bjornfot
23rd - New York Islanders, Simon Holmstrom
24th - Nashville Predators, Philip Tomasino
25th - Washington Capitals, Connor McMichael
26th - Calgary Flames, Jakob Pelletier
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[@simontremblay69]

I tought the trade offered from Detroit was basicly one for one Kasper for Cozens? With the way Kasper is playing has a detroit fan i am not sure if that would make sense now... i feel like we need to wait and see what we have in Kasper he is exceeding our expectations right now.

[@RG-gv8ss]

Kasper has a higher ceiling right now, I’ll pass.

[@jennifer714714]

@@simontremblay69 Kasper is a 20 year old kid that's starting to gain confidence and it shows. His ceiling is high. And I like how he is also a gritty forward that can score, but significantly younger, no deal to me. We aren't chasing a Cup this year, but with in next 5 I think once all these kids develop just a little more. Plus we still have a couple to move up, like ASP

[@alraguc]

The Wings currently have players that rival Cozens productivity. I wouldn't trade any future assets for him.

[@JeffreyFournier]

I don't see the appeal. As a wings fan I feel like he would be useless here especially moving into next season and especially after that. I don't see how he is better than JT Compher. When Danielson is ready there is no point to it. Why let go of any assets for somebody who would merely take up space. I think the wings are done with that. Too much money. 7 mill is crazy. for what he will end up as a 3rd line center? I don't see this happening in Detroit. He is a cap anchor. Think you hate the Copp contract ... wait till you see this. lol

[@vernonhowell4070]

Are you saying Danielson is ready to play second line centre in the NHL?? Infer Cozens is a bottom 6 player making second line money but Danielson is probably 3 or 4 years away from being an everyday 2nd line centre.

[@henrikparksjo7980]

We're perhaps two years from having Kasper as our 2C. I don't understand the Cozens interest at all tbh.

[@johanjotun1647]

@@henrikparksjo7980 Kasper Is Good to go now, no one works harder than Marco.

[@vernonhowell4070]

@@johanjotun1647 that’s probably not true.

[@brianwarington]

I agree. It would be a short term fix with a big contract and term left. Blocking danielson or other players moving into the roster like mazur. A center would have to go the other way as well copp, compher, veleno, and Larkin to make room. So who goes likely veleno? I don’t see the upside after this season for the trade. Just my opinion.

[@americanman401]

Wings fan, I like the thought of cozens on our roster. Really dislike the price tag that comes with mediocre production not to mention the asking price for him. Could be he is just in need of a change of scenery to become more productive, but that’s a big risk to take when you are already holding copp and compher contracts.

[@MrGroyper]

As a wings fan it all comes down to the price

[@redwingsfan-xw2ei]

As a wings fan, our offense is doing there job. He have Elmer for physicality. We need defense.

[@elizabethgriffin5733]

After Copp, Compher, Hull. Stevie better be careful! No bidding war! Bring up more great Kids! Dan is doing a spectacular job in Grand Rapids, as always!!!!!!!

[@gregorybiestek3431]

As a RW fan since the Dead Things era. I have seen a lot players and teams, some good and some bad. It depends what Buffalo wants veteran current players & nearly ready prospects or prospects & picks to rebuild. If it the former, then either Coop or Compher [C], Holl [RD], Cross Hanas [C] & Antti Tuomisto [RD] plus #3 pick for Couzens & Byram. Buffalo gets two current NHL players, two players who are almost ready, but don’t have places in Detroit but could be good for someone else, plus a pick. Cozens has more possible upside than Copp or Compher. Bryam would be an upgrade would an upgrade to the d-corps.

[@alancarr4272]

Cozens is a good hockey player, but not for the price. Half of our forwards have experience playing center. They're all good players, but we already have overpaid 3Cs (e.g., Copp, Compher): do we really want another expensive player who may very well not be a 2C? I know Cozens has upside: and he'd better, for what he's making. And who knows, maybe he'd thrive in Big Mac's system? But our guys are starting blossom because they weren't rushed to the big club: their value is going UP. Let's see what we have in guys like Kasper, Danielson, etc. With that said, there is a Saber we want: Byram. If Byram is willing to sign an extension in DET, that would solve a huge problem. Imagine: Seider, Edvinsson, ASP, Byram, and the ever-improving Johansson as our core for the next MANY years. I'd pay for Byram. The problem is a first rounder needs to be part of the package, and apparently BUF doesn't want picks. That makes it harder, because we should try and hold on to the guys we've spent years developing.

[@krimsonshadow94]

I dont see any upside in this. Cozens has 10 goals and 16 assists on the season. Meanwhile, Copps got 10 goals and 12 assists. So why are we wanting to take on any even worse contract in Cozens? Yeah I get he had 31 goals, ONE season but thats looking more and more like ah fluke.

[@jennifer714714]

Can give Holl and Husso and a mid draft pick and I'd be happy. (One can dream) Cozens would be a good fit I think though. He's a more playoff built player that can score big points. He would make us better depending what the cost is.

[@DazzerrPlays]

Wings should 100% trade Compher + a 1st round pick (not this years) for him. If Buffalo wants Danielson I'd consider it but not 1st round pick. Danielson I just don't see having 30 goal potential, where as Cozens has put up a 30 goal season. I'd rather gamble on Cozens with proven production than the hope of Danielson who looks like he may need another season in GR. Obviously this comes down to how urgent buffalo is to trade him

[@Guyvermectin]

Why would we give up a first for cozens lmao?

[@SUswim]

Would you take Couzins for Brandsegg Nygard?

[@DazzerrPlays]

@ I’d definitely consider it. The issue with MBN is he is exclusively a winger where Danielson could slot at center or wing

[@vivid_prizm]

I’d like cozens but with how poorly he’s been living up to that contract so far, I’d only take him if Compher was going back the other way, and if we didn’t have to give up any 1st rd picks or 1st rd pick prospects Especially since we have been playing so so much better since Todd

[@ronpeacock9939]

I think Calgary will have an easier time... Buffalo is in the same division with the Wings and might not want one of their own going there helping keep them out.. so the wings will probably have to over pay to get him being a division rival.. MTL would fall into this too.

[@krash22mini72]

I doubt it because by the time Buffalo is done rebuilding and ready to compete Dylan will be retired... So the redwings getting him doesn't matter lol

[@ronpeacock9939]

@@krash22mini72 As a life long sabres fan that can remember the Sabres/Flyers cup finals... right now IT SURE FEELS THAT WAY... at the same time.. much like the wings have been.. we are close... the problem is.. Close only counts in Horseshoes and nuclear weapons.. not hockey.. still, with them looking close and just needing consistancy.... I don't think they'd sell cheaply to a divisional rival..

[@gregorybiestek3431]

@@ronpeacock9939 As a RW fan since the Dead Things era. I have seen a lot players and teams, some good and some bad. It depends what Buffalo wants veteran current players & nearly ready prospects or prospects & picks to rebuild. If it the former, then either Coop or Compher [C], Holl [RD], Cross Hanas [C] & Antti Tuomisto [RD] plus #3 pick for Couzens & Byram. Buffalo gets two current NHL players, two players who are almost ready, but don’t have places in Detroit but could be good for someone else, plus a pick.

[@ronpeacock9939]

@@gregorybiestek3431 That's always the rub when it comes to trades.. who does the other team want and will they offer.. I'm not going to try to pretend what Kevin Adams is thinking.. he's shown he's a pretty good talent evaluator.. but I do know that in most sports including hockey.. unless you are sucking the basement and don't expect to leave it for a while.. you try to avoid sending guys within your own division. The Wings are one of the teams that they have to compete with for the playoff spot and the sabres are close.. I think they need a certain kind of vet to show the kids how it's done. Kane probalby would have been a good one.. They need one to show them how to be consistant.. That's their achilles heal at this point. They have the talent.. They just lose focus.. and let games get away from them.

[@TitleistGuy]

He's just a more expensive Compher, I say skip him and save cap.

[@Al_Andaloussi85]

@@TitleistGuy he's way better than Compher lmao you just don't know puck. Kid only needs a fresh start because Buffalo is trash

[@Tyler-ml6ip]

I could see a trade where the Wings send Compher, Gustafsson, two good prospects and two first round picks for Cozens and Byram

[@timothywright778]

Things have been going well for the Wings since Christmas, but that was largely driven by an unsustainable PP success rate for the first 7 game streak, and great goaltending for the second. My concern is that the 5 on 5 numbers are still bad. Another offensive threat could help keep things going when goaltending and PP come down to earth.

[@YavE4]

Probably in the minority, but as a Buffalo fan I personally hope he stays in Buffalo. He hasn't been the same player since getting rocked by Hathaway, but he still has a ton of potential. Needs to be in the right mindset, and I think the past year or so has taken a toll on him. I'd rather keep him, he's a core part of the group and a quiet leader. His points aren't what they can potentially be, but his physicality has dramatically increased. Only a matter of time until he puts it together. He's 23. In a couple of years from now, I think he's going to turn into one of the better 2nd line centers in the league, with a blend of physicality, scoring touch, leadership, increasingly getting better with faceoffs, and a refined defensive play (which has also been off this season). Would rather Buffalo hang onto him and he stays part of the eventual solution. Has as much, if not more heart than any other Sabre. But hey, if teams want to overpay, there's no untouchable piece. Sabres said they aren't shopping him, and I think that's true. But, as with Mittelstadt, if a team wants to give us better value, gotta listen to it.

[@komirules]

Anderson, Calgary 1st and Dach.

[@YavE4]

@komirules in theory, not a terrible value piece for piece...I just like Cozens more than most and would still probably say no to that because I personally believe Cozens is way better than what he's performing at. They'd also be selling him at the lowest value he's been at since coming into the league. Just not worth it and would rather hang onto him and hope he fills the roll that he is capable of in Buffalo.

[@gregorybiestek3431]

@@YavE4 As a RW fan since the Dead Things era. I have seen a lot players and teams, some good and some bad. It depends what Buffalo wants veteran current players & nearly ready prospects or prospects & picks to rebuild. If it the former, then either Coop or Compher [C], Holl [RD], Cross Hanas [C] & Antti Tuomisto [RD] plus #3 pick for Couzens & Byram. Buffalo gets two current NHL players, two players who are almost ready, but don’t have places in Detroit but could be good for someone else, plus a pick.

[@thefamilymans2545]

7 mil!?! Way too much

[@scottlaboch4534]

I'd like to see Cozens traded to Anaheim for Zegres...

[@lukemomblow9945]

As a wings fan I would love to see it bc I played against cozens as a kid😂🤦

[@generalimlerith8356]

It’s crazy how bad conroy wants this guy I fear he might overpay for him

[@jinorimo6090]

Not sure what Detroit’s offer would be, but many teams can outbid them. A lot of their prospect pool will be non-starters.

[@SUswim]

If we can get Couzins for Brandsegg Nygard and Compher do you take it?

[@scottmclaughlin3083]

Cozens and Zegras are both gambles, Zegras has a higher ceiling. Both probably unnecessary

[@xlwolfff]

I would do a one for one trade with slaf for Cozens. And hopefully buffalo retains like 30%

[@JeanJames-ff3wx]

no what the hell they can take laine instead

[@elizabethgriffin5733]

Bring Danielson up, throw him between Cat and Kane! Every other kid is working out!!!!

[@DazzerrPlays]

Danielson isn't good, he probably needs another season in the AHL after this one lol

[@Al_Andaloussi85]

@@DazzerrPlays tell me you don't watch GR without telling me you don't...

[@patrousseau1828]

would look good on the second line in Detroit.

[@oSWookie]

Thank god Habs dont need him we need a Skilled Centre

[@mikeking-t2u]

We do but they don’t grow on trees! You have to give up a lot to get one!

[@Al_Andaloussi85]

@oSWookie that's what he basically is .. skilled physical and quick offensive C but also can easily play right wing

[@oSWookie]

@ NO hes another "chance" that dumps and chases and stands infornt of the net, we need SKILLL puck moving, creative, slippery, AGAIN SKILL

[@Al_Andaloussi85]

@oSWookie assuming you dont see kid's playing and definitly dont know Cozens game lmao

[@aspirindamage5152]

PLEASE DO NOT GET DYLAN COZENS, PLEASE

[@scottdixon2420]

As a Flames fan, it makes sense because up until the trade for Frost, they don't have any legit Centre prospects coming up in the next couple of years. Kardi and Backlund both in there late 30's, and our farm team has 3rd/4th line NHL centers at best. A young 6'3'' right hand shot NHL Centre doesn't come up very often, so I say go for it. As long as they don't give up Wolf, Zary, Coronato and Parekh should be the only untouchables in my mind.

[@category7273]

Oh there is a player with a pulse !!!! They will get traded to the Habs!!!! You are a joke

[@TheHockeySniper]

To all you other Habs fans would you rather give dach and Mailloux for cozens and a 2nd or newhook mailloux and 2nd

[@jamesreed2475]

To make the money work Buffalo would have to take Compher. Wings don't have the space to just take a $7m cap hit for young guys and picks. I'd gladly give Compher, Berggie and a pick or two for Couzens.

[@gregorybiestek3431]

As a RW fan since the Dead Things era. I have seen a lot players and teams, some good and some bad. It depends what Buffalo wants veteran current players & nearly ready prospects or prospects & picks to rebuild. If it the former, then either Coop or Compher [C], Holl [RD], Cross Hanas [C] & Antti Tuomisto [RD] plus #3 pick for Couzens & Byram. Buffalo gets two current NHL players, two players who are almost ready, but don’t have places in Detroit but could be good for someone else, plus a pick. Cozens has more possible upside than Copp or Compher. Bryam would be an upgrade would an upgrade to d-corps.

[@deliamorrissey9595]

go to the red wings

[@johanjotun1647]

No thanks, We don't need anyone who hasn't lived up to their contract Every year.

[@EYEKN0WALL]

Trevor zegras and alex martinez coming to detroit. My guess, Veleno, a 1st round and 3rd and 4th and a prospect heading out.