Red Wings draft J.P. Hurlbert with 23rd pick in NHL Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 2:30 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The Detroit Red Wings selected winger J.P. Hurlbert at No. 23 overall in the 2026 NHL Draft held in Buffalo, N.Y. on June 26. Hurlbert, a Texas native, was acquired via a trade with the Utah Mammoth, who originally held the pick. He ranked 12th among North American skaters by NHL Central Scouting and is coming off a successful season in the WHL, where he scored 42 goals and 55 assists in 68 games. Committed to the University of Michigan, Hurlbert hopes to continue strengthening his game and contributing to the Red Wings' future.
- •Red Wings acquired the 23rd pick in a trade for Sebastian Cossa.
- •Hurlbert is a top prospect from the U.S. National Team Development Program.
- •He previously scored 97 points in the WHL last season.
- •Hurlbert has a strong background in youth hockey with Dallas Stars Elite.
- •He is committed to continuing his education and development at the University of Michigan.
- 2:30 AMYahoo Sports — Red Wings select J.P. Hurlbert at No. 23 overall of 2026 NHL Draft
"The Detroit Red Wings made a stellar selection in drafting Texas native J.P. Hurlbert with their No. 23 overall selection in the first round.
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