Red Wings Draft Class Breakdown

NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 28, 2026 · 1m

The Red Wings turned heads with a bold draft strategy, selecting explosive scorer J.P. Hurlbert first overall—a rare offensive spark in their traditionally balanced system. They followed up with familiar names like Victor Plante (yes, that Plante) and goalie Michal Orsulak, adding grit, size, and depth. Adam Levac brings a pest-like edge, Beckham Edwards could be a steal with his shot, and Luka Arkko offers physicality and offense. Myles Brosnan, their lone defenseman, adds future blue-line depth. It’s a mix of firepower and two-way grit—just what the Red Wings’ system needed. Support the…