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Red Wings Draft: Brother Duo Sparks Prospect Excitement
28 Jun
Summary
- Red Wings selected Victor Plante, brother of Max Plante, adding offensive talent.
- The team acquired J.P. Hurlbert and traded goaltender Sebastian Cossa.
- Michael Orsulak, a Czech goalie, was drafted to bolster goaltending depth.
The Detroit Red Wings successfully continued to expand their prospect pool during the recent NHL Entry Draft. The team made significant moves, including trading former prospect goaltender Sebastian Cossa to acquire additional draft picks.
Among their forward selections, J.P. Hurlbert was a notable first-round addition. The Wings also drafted Victor Plante, brother of current prospect Max Plante, who plays a similar smart, offensive game and impressed during his time with the U.S. National Development Team Program.
Kris Draper, director of amateur scouting, highlighted Victor Plante's competitive passion and continuous development. Adam Levac, a gritty, defensively responsible center, was also acquired, bringing a different skillset to the team's prospect group.
In goal, the Red Wings drafted Michael Orsulak, a 6-foot-4 Czech prospect with a strong performance in the WHL. This move provided depth at the goaltending position following the departure of Cossa, ensuring the organization remains well-stocked for the future.
