Dion Phaneuf trade watch: Red Wings out

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It’s becoming less clear by the minute whether or not the Toronto Maple Leafs will trade Dion Phaneuf Monday, but one thing is certain: a number of teams have shown an interest.

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The Detroit Red Wings were in the market for an offensive defenceman and considered the frontrunners for Phaneuf, however they acquired Marek Zidlicky from the New Jersey Devils, which means the chances they get Phaneuf are slim to none.

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Here’s the latest news and rumours surrounding the Maple Leafs captain:

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