Detroit, MI (AP)-
The Burkholder regime has started to go out and make some splashes in the OTHL trade market this week. Making swift and some fast moves makes the Wings look for the future, and at the same time set themselves up for a short term success.
The first move the Wings made was trading Mike Riberio for the 25th overall selection, and a the Calgary 4th round draft pick in this years draft.
“Mike is a good player but we felt that if we had to get another good draft selection to be able to hold down our fort in the future. We really wish Mike the best of luck in Tampa.”, said GM Burkholder.
The second move that shocked the OTHL world was picking up Bobby Holik from Ottawa for a third round draft pick next year.
“I’m proud to become part of the Wings. They paid a heavy price to play here in Detroit and I will do my best for this club. I have faith in the front office to get this team to a contender.”, said Bobby Holik.
Holik ends up replacing Mike Ribeiro in the roster and still leaves the Wings in a good position for the upcoming season at making a run for the cup yet again.
Rob Parker
Detroit Free Press