Perron's Homecoming: Red Wings Get Their Man Back - Sort Of

David Perron is heading back to Detroit, but not quite the triumphant return the Red Wings organization might have envisioned when he left as a free agent two years ago. The veteran forward is arriving via trade from Ottawa while recovering from groin surgery, six weeks into what could be a five to seven week recovery timeline. Once healthy, Perron figures to slot into a middle-six role for Detroit, though his immediate impact will depend on how quickly he bounces back from the procedure.