DETROIT — They aren't necessarily picking at the top of the NHL Entry Draft on Thursday, but the Red Wings feel just fine selecting eighth overall.
General manager Steve Yzerman said Tuesday, while discussing Thursday's first round — Rounds 2-7 are Friday — that he's confident the Wings will add a talented prospect.
"We certainly hope so, that's our plan," Yzerman said. "Ultimately they're 17 and 18 years old and you never really know. But we kind of feel good where we're sitting with what we think might be available."
