7 Minute Wings: Why Hughes to Detroit Is Unrealistic & Olympics Are Unsafe

In today’s episode of 7 Minute Wings, we take a deep look at two major storylines impacting the Detroit Red Wings — and the entire NHL.
🏒 1. The Massive, Unrealistic Cost to Acquire Quinn Hughes
Detroit is rumored to have interest in Vancouver superstar Quinn Hughes, but the cost would be enormous. To even start the conversation, the Red Wings would likely have to give up:
A current star player
A high draft pick
A top-level prospect
And even then, there’s no guarantee Hughes would stay in Detroit long-term — he becomes a UFA in under two years.
Is it worth sacrificing the future for a short window?
Is this trade even remotely realistic?
I break it all down — why the price is so high, why Vancouver has no incentive to move him, and why this scenario remains extremely unlikely.
⛸️ 2. Olympic Games Safety Concerns
The NHL already faces a brutal, condensed schedule this season because of Olympic participation. Teams are being pushed hard physically, with travel and recovery time significantly reduced.
Now, a major construction error at the Olympic facilities in Italy may cause the games to be played even faster and more dangerously than intended.
Players are concerned. Coaches are concerned. The league should be concerned.
Are the Olympics putting NHL players at unnecessary risk?
Should the NHL reconsider its involvement?
We dive into the growing safety debate.
📌 Plus:
Thoughts on what this means for Detroit’s season, roster planning, player workload, and the bigger NHL picture.
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