The Detroit Red Wings are reportedly interested in acquiring Dylan Cozens, a 23-year-old center from the Buffalo Sabres. Cozens has had a solid season with 21 points in 43 games and previously enjoyed a breakout year, scoring 31 goals and assisting 37 times in 2022-23. His youthful energy and right-shot skills are appealing to the Wings, who are looking to enhance their prospect pool.

However, Cozens' hefty contract of $7.1 million through 2029-30 complicates any potential deal. The Red Wings may need to consider trading away players like Andrew Copp or J.T. Compher to make the finances work, although it's uncertain how this aligns with Buffalo's rebuilding timeline. The negotiation process may require a combination of young forwards to entice the Sabres, making it a challenge for general managers Steve Yzerman and Kevyn Adams to reach an agreement.