DETROIT — Red Wings fans are getting frustrated and would like to see the team’s nine-year playoff drought end.

They’re tired of hearing the word “rebuild” from Red Wings officials.

General manager Steve Yzerman understands that — Yzerman believes this year’s team, which begins training camp Thursday, will be better than last year’s — but isn’t going to do anything impulsive to try to speed up the process.

“Our goal is improve from last year,” said Yzerman during a Zoom call Wednesday with media. “By our younger players taking another step, the addition of John Gibson in goal. How good? I can’t tell you at this stage. But I expect our team to improve.”

Yzerman understands the frustration among fans but wants to build a sustainable, deep organization of talented players who can compet

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