Uncover the Shocking Draft Blunders and Hidden Gems Unveiled for Every NHL Team This Decade
Worst: Riley Tufte
The Stars have done exceptionally well landing high-end talent in the back half of the first round (Wyatt Johnston and Thomas Harley, for example). But way back in 2016, at the edge of this exercise, they didn’t quite nail the 6-foot-6 winger Tufte, who has played just 24 NHL games, 13 with the Stars. Now a tweener for the Bruins, he has two NHL goals and one assist. — Mark Lazerus
Detroit Red Wings
Best: Moritz Seider
Steve Yzerman’s first draft pick as Red Wings general manager was a complete shock at the time, but it has aged brilliantly. Seider blends punishing physicality with smooth skating, skillful puck moving and unmatched durability. This past season, he also proved he could run a top power play. Seider is now a No. 1 defenseman who will be part of Detroit’s foundation for years to come.
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