The Hockey Herald

via Detroit Red Wings:

Darren McCarty drove from Grand Rapids in the early morning hours Monday to accept the Red Wings’ one-year contract offer to rejoin a franchise that he once played for in 11 NHL seasons.

After signing the contract, McCarty visited with old friends and ran into captain Nicklas Lidstrom in the Red Wings’ locker room at Joe Louis Arena.

“It’s nice to come back and see some familiar faces,” McCarty told DetroitRedWings.com. “It’s just the beginning and I plan, when get up, to help this team win.”

McCarty will return to Grand Rapids and continue a two-week conditioning assignment. From there he’ll likely rejoin the Red Wings with the hopes of winning a roster spot, Wings general manager Ken Holland said.

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