After setting career-highs last season in goals (21), assists (32), points (53) and average time on ice (19:11) in 72 games with the New York Rangers and Winnipeg Jets, Copp is anxious to make his mark in Hockeytown.
"There's a lot of really good pieces here," Copp said. "And I think today, with a bunch of the additions, it's an exciting time. I'm just ready to take the team to the next level."
Copp is also thrilled to reunite with former Michigan Wolverines teammate (2014-15) and current Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin.
"He's always kind of hinted at getting me to come back home," Copp said about Larkin. "We've talked today and talked about the additions. I think both of us are really excited for where this team is headed. It's kind of funny being his captain at Michigan and now he'll be mine in Detroit. It's pretty cool."
After signing Copp, Detroit bolstered its defensive corps by agreeing to terms with the 31-year-old Chiarot on a four-year deal.
Chiarot played for both the Florida Panthers and Montreal Canadiens in 2021-22, tallying a career-high 26 points (9-17-26) in 74 games.
In addition to playing with last season's Calder Memorial Trophy winner Moritz Seider, Chiarot is excited to showcase his physical style of play in Detroit.
"That's been my identity in the league since I came in - a guy who is hard to play against and makes life difficult for opposing forwards," Chiarot said. "That's what I've been since I came into the league and why I think the Red Wings are bringing me in."