Updated Oct 06, 2020; Posted Oct 06, 2020. 32, 45 and 55) and two in the third (Nos. He has flourished and shown defensive skills that could see him develop into a two-way player. He has a good shot, but he’s not going to be in the running for the Maurice “Rocket” Richard Trophy. Powered by Minute Media © 2020 All Rights Reserved. The Detroit Red Wings selected Swedish left wing Lucas Raymond with the fourth overall pick Tuesday in the NHL entry draft. The last time the Wings picked fourth in a draft was in 1983, right after Mike Ilitch bought the team and installed Jimmy Devellano as GM. The 18-year-old left wing (though he … Fast forward to 2020, Raymond is playing for Frolunda once again and has notched a goal and an assist for two points in four games. This is the Red Wings' highest selection since 1990, when they drafted Keith Primeau third overall. If Raymond pans out to be similar to Marner, he could easily become a top future linemate of Dylan Larkin. The Wings have three picks in the second round and 10 total: Rounds 2-7 begin Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. Make no mistake, this is a deep draft class, and Raymond is one of its best players.

When the National Hockey League conducted its annual draft lottery, the Detroit Red Wings were awarded the fourth overall selection at the 2020 NHL Entry Draft. By Devin Little June 30th, 2020.

When the National Hockey League conducted its annual draft lottery, the Detroit Red Wings were awarded the fourth overall selection at the 2020 NHL Entry Draft. Once he adds that strength, he’ll be able to forecheck with greater velocity, and he’ll be stronger on his stick. Build your custom FanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis on All Detroit Sports and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. 3. The “super-Swede” is creative, and his direct style of play is surely something to marvel at. He played for Frölunda HC at the Under-16, Under-17, Under-18, and Under-20 levels before making the club at the highest level in the Swedish Hockey League (SHL). Every team could use a player or two like Raymond on their roster, and that includes the Red Wings.

The New York Rangers selected Alexis Lafreniere with the first overall pick. This is a teenager playing in Sweden’s highest division against players 10-15 years his senior.

In fact, as the first pick outside of the top three, the Detroit Red Wings might have the widest variety of players available to them. They are hoping Lucas Raymond … Raymond's numbers this season in the SHL don't leap … Smart, effective in traffic, creates scoring chances with quick moves and hard work.”, Dobber Hockey said of Raymond: “(His) stats may not jump off the page but it’s rare for a 17-year-old to even play in the SHL. © The Hockey Writers 2020. eval(ez_write_tag([[580,400],'thehockeywriters_com-large-mobile-banner-1','ezslot_0',666,'0','0'])); After Alexis Lafrenière, there are few players in this draft class that seem ready to immediately jump into the NHL. At No.

The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Pick: No. Something good is coming with the fourth pick in the 2020 NHL draft. Not only that, Raymond played on a stacked Frolunda team, one of the best teams in all of Europe. The Los Angeles Kings took center Quinton Byfield of OHL Sudbury second and the Ottawa Senators chose left wing Tim Stutzle of Mannheim (Germany) third. He was selected fourth overall by the Detroit Red Wings in the 2020 NHL Entry Draft.He was considered a top prospect for the 2020 Draft. The “super-Swede” is creative, and his direct style of play is. Raymond is a puck distributor. To love Lucas Raymond. Despite that, he does a great job of maintaining possession. Raymond was drafted fourth overall by the Red Wings at the 2020 NHL Entry Draft on Tuesday. Last Tuesday, Kris Draper announced the selection of Lucas Raymond with the pick. All rights reserved (About Us). Twitter: @PTSTNews and @TalkPrimeTime Scouts have likened the 5-11, 170-pound right-shooting winger to Toronto’s Mitch Marner. Red Wings: Lucas Raymond selection hints at return to Swedish roots The Detroit Red Wings made a favorable selection at fourth overall with Lucas Raymond; it … Raymond is no exception — it’s hard to go from a bottom-six forward in the SHL to a top-nine forward in the NHL at just 18 years old.

Last season: Frolunda (Sweden) — 33 games, 4 goals, 6 … 2020 NHL Draft Recap: Red Wings Make a Splash with Lucas Raymond by Dom Lunardo October 14, 2020 0 comments When the National Hockey League conducted its annual draft lottery, the Detroit Red Wings were awarded the fourth overall selection at the 2020 NHL Entry Draft.

In fact, aside from Alexis Lafrenière, he is considered by some to be the best winger by a wide margin. There is no question that Lucas Raymond is going to be a good selection for the organization. Raymond coming out of Frolunda could mean that the organization will start targeting more Swedish players to build as Yzerman starts going though his Yzer-plan. Instagram: @ptsportstalk, Follow Dom Lunardo on Twitter @TapetoTape88, Main Image Credit: Embed from Getty Images, Proudly Designed by 10:60 Designs (2020). He also played seven games in the IIHF World Junior Championships, where he scored two goals and two assists for four points. © 2020 Advance Local Media LLC.

Realistically, he probably needs one more year outside the NHL (possibly in the AHL) to develop his skills and his body. Last Tuesday, Born and raised in the hockey hotbed of Gothenburg, Sweden, Raymond is one of the most talented players of his class. “Our scouts within their area certainly had a lot of time over the course of the summer to go back and watch and review,” Yzerman said. Follow her on Twitter @helenestjames. As a member of the first-team playing against grown men, Although he is likely ready for the rigors of the pro level, there are some underlying factors that Red Wings general manager, Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Week 7 Recap: Chicago Bears vs. Los Angeles Rams, Bruins Notebook: Cassidy’s Concerns as Playoffs Approach, Column: Bjork and Coyle Becoming Deadly Duo. He has one goal and one assist in four games with Frolunda to start the 2020-21 season.

Founded in 2009, The Hockey Writers is a premier destination for news and information on everything hockey. Raymond has plied his trade in Sweden since he was 14 years of age. During his time with the Red Wings, Henrik Zetterberg earned the league’s respect as a true two-way force. Raymond played the majority of the season as a 17-year-old in Sweden’s top league with Frolunda, so his statistics weren’t going to be overwhelming (four goals, six assists in 33 games), but he brings excellent skills – speed, explosiveness, stickhandling in traffic and hockey IQ. Join our Facebook Group: Prime Time Sports Talk 

in all areas of the ice. He played for Frölunda HC at the Under-16, Under-17, Under-18, and Under-20 levels before making the club at the highest level in the Swedish Hockey League (SHL). Red Wings' Lucas Raymond: Motown-bound at No. Her book, The Big 50: The Detroit Red Wings will be published October 13 by Triumph Books. So, why not take him? He likes to have the puck on his stick, paving the way for him to potentially make plays like this: He can hit an open seam if need be. This is the type of player that Raymond can be. The Detroit Red Wings selected Swedish left wing Lucas Raymond with the fourth overall pick Tuesday in the NHL entry draft.

All Rights reserved. He likes to make his presence felt and plays a clean and effective game each time he steps on the ice. Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission.