Alex DeBrincat opens up on his relationship with Patrick Kane and what the veteran is like off the ice

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Tom Banks
October 11, 2024 (8:07 PM)

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Alex DeBrincat and Patrick Kane have been teammates on two different teams now, and the Red Wings star has now opened up on the controversial Kane.

Given the implications of the Chicago Blackhawks scandal, many fans have a perception of Patrick Kane that may or may not be accurate, but throughout his career, the veteran forward has been beloved by his teammates. One teammate in particular whom he shares a special bond with is Alex DeBrincat, who is now his teammate once again as a Red Wing, with the two becoming a very popular duo in Detroit.

After signing with Detroit last season, Kane re-signed with the team in the off-season, with many believing that DeBrincat had a huge role to play in that move, as the rising star had this to say about the situation.

"We were talking most of the summer, I think he didn't necessarily know what he was going to do," DeBrincat said Friday. "At the end of the day, I think he knew he liked playing here. He loved the fans and loved the team - just loved being a Red Wing. So, him coming back was huge for our team, and obviously, it's great for me and him."

While some fans may not like Kane's attitude on or off the ice, especially given his history with Chicago, DeBrincat has a glowing review of his teammate and the impact that he's had on him.

He's taught me so much, on the ice and off the ice" DeBrincat said. "I think off the ice, he treats his body really well. And he eats the right stuff and he does whatever he can to get ready for the next game." DeBrincat also credited Jonathan Toews, Brent Seabrook, and Duncan Keith as key mentors in his career, too. Those guys really helped me throughout the early parts of my career. Just how to act like a pro, how to treat your body like a pro."

It's clear that these two are the best of friends in Detroit, with Kane being a fantastic mentor to DeBrincat, and now they'll look to put it together and finally get the Red Wings back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs.