Red Wings select Michael Rasmussen over future NHL stars in 2017 draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 10:35 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
In 2017, the Detroit Red Wings chose Michael Rasmussen with the ninth overall pick in the NHL Draft, overlooking several players who have since excelled in the league. Since the selection, Rasmussen has struggled to replicate his junior scoring success, recording only 15 goals in the 2021-22 season and 33 points in 2023-24. Other players drafted after him, such as Nick Suzuki and Jason Robertson, have made significant impacts in the NHL, highlighting the Red Wings' missed opportunities. The franchise, now without a general manager following Steve Yzerman's departure, faces continued challenges as they seek a successor and possible changes within the roster, including captain Dylan Larkin's trade request.
- •Rasmussen selected ninth overall in 2017, missing key future stars.
- •Notable players like Nick Suzuki and Jason Robertson chosen later.
- •Rasmussen's best season featured only 15 goals.
- •Steve Yzerman recently left the general manager position.
- •Dylan Larkin requested a trade soon after the season ended.
- 10:35 PMYahoo Sports — Red Wings Passed On Multiple Future Stars With Fateful Michael Rasmussen Pick In 2017
"The Detroit Red Wings selected forward Michael Rasmussen with the ninth overall pick in the 2017 NHL Draft over several future notable stars, a decision that set the franchise back years.
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