The Detroit Red Wings currently hold the 12th position in the pre-lottery draft order for the 2025 NHL Draft, with a chance to secure the second overall pick if they win the lottery. The draft is set to take place on June 27 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, with the lottery expected to occur in May.
Projected top picks include Canadian defenseman Matthew Schaefer and center/left winger Michael Misa. The Red Wings have a 2.5% chance of winning the lottery but a 0% chance of securing the top spot due to draft rules limiting jumps to 10 positions. They have a total of nine draft picks across seven rounds, with their first-round pick currently at No. 12.
Despite their slim odds, the Red Wings have the opportunity to move up in the draft order during the lottery, aiming for a higher selection to bolster their roster under the leadership of general manager Steve Yzerman.