Detroit Red Wings close to deal with intriguing prospect David Pope

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The Detroit Red Wings are closing in on a deal with prospect David Pope. Pope, 23, was drafted by the Wings at 109th overall in 2013. He just finished his senior year at University of Nebraska-Omaha, where he had career highs with 20 goals, 21 assists and 41 points in 39 games. Pope, 23, is 6-foot-3 and 200 pounds. He has good offensive instincts and soft hands, and knows how to get open away from play. He could sign a two-year entry level contract within the next few days. Negotiations were on hold while Pope finished his classes. Pope would add intrigue to training camp, as the Wings will have several young forwards competing for jobs in Detroit. Michael Rasmussen, a first-round pick from

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