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DETROIT — The biggest buzz about the Detroit Red Wings’ lineup these days is the fact that 22-year-old rookie right-winger Tyler Bertuzzi has won himself a permanent spot on the roster, along with at least a temporary spot as a linemate for legendary Red Wings centre Henrik Zetterberg.

“It’s still surreal, growing up watching him,” Bertuzzi said Wednesday morning. “I just want to work hard on his line and he talks to me on the bench and he’s really supportive and that helps a lot.”

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Then there’s 21-year-old centre Dylan Larkin, who led the Red Wings in points — six goals and 26 assists before Wednesday’s game against the Senators — and 23-year-old right winger Anthony Mantha, who leads the Red Wings with 13 goals.

The Red Wings are clearly in rebuilding mode, getting a head start on the future.

How soon before the Senators, whose season has slipped away, follow suit?

While 20-year-old rookie defenceman Thomas Chabot is getting a longer look on the blue line, the Senators have yet to turn the page and embrace a youth movement among the forward ranks.

After Nick Paul was re-assigned to Belleville of the AHL on the weekend to make way for the return of Gabriel Dumont, 20-year-old Filip Chlapik is the lone forward under 25 years of age on the Senators’ roster.

“I feel more comfortable, but still, nothing is for sure,” Chlapik said before facing the Red Wings. “I’m just trying to enjoy every moment I’m here.”