Steve Yzerman stuck to the plan during the 2024 NHL draft
The 2024 NHL Entry Draft is officially behind us, with all 32 teams making their selections and preparing for free agency. The Detroit Red Wings, led by GM Steve Yzerman and director of amateur scouting Kris Draper, made eight picks, including the 15th overall.
Here's a closer look of the choices made by the Detroit Red Wings:
15. Michael Brandsegg-Nygård: A complete player with strong two-way play and an elite shot. Projects as a potential 30-goal scorer and elite two-way winger.
47. Max Plante: A high-potential playmaker with excellent hand-eye coordination and competitive nature. Needs to improve defensively to leverage his offensive skills.
80. Ondrej Becher: An overage playmaker with strong defensive skills. Could develop into a middle-six winger with his ability to create offense from the perimeter.
126. Landon Miller: A sizable, positionally sound goaltender. It is a long-term project with good potential and strong development.
144. John Whipple: A mobile, a defensive defenseman with strong instincts. It is a low-risk, moderate-reward pick for the long term.
176. Charlie Forslund: A big winger with a potent shot and strong work ethic. Could develop into a two-way scorer similar to Brandsegg-Nygård.
203. Austin Baker: A competitive winger with a strong shot. Expected to join Michigan State University and develop his offensive game.
208. Fisher Scott: A mobile, puck-moving defenseman with leadership qualities. Will continue his development at Colorado College.
Yzerman and Draper focused on players with high competition levels and two-way skills who fit the "Red Wings type." While the success of this draft will be clearer in years to come, the Red Wings aimed to enhance their prospect pool with a mix of safe picks and high-upside swings.
Source : YardBarker
Red Wings Stick to the Plan With 2024 Draft Class
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Are you happy with the selection made by Steve Yzerman and his team? | ||
| Yes | 81 | 89 % |
| No | 10 | 11 % |
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