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Red Wings trade Sebastian Cossa, select JP Hurlbert 23rd overall in draft

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 2:16 AM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Red Wings trade Sebastian Cossa, select JP Hurlbert 23rd overall in draft

Summary

The Detroit Red Wings executed a trade during the 2026 NHL Draft, sending goaltending prospect Sebastian Cossa to the Utah Mammoth for the 23rd overall pick. They used this pick to draft Kamloops Blazers forward JP Hurlbert, an 18-year-old who achieved impressive stats in the WHL last season. Cossa, a former first-round pick, posted a strong performance with the Grand Rapids Griffins and now aims to become a starting goalie for Utah. This deal raises expectations for Hurlbert in Detroit, given the potential of Cossa to develop into a top goaltender in the league.

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•The Red Wings traded Sebastian Cossa to the Utah Mammoth.
•Detroit acquired the 23rd overall draft pick in the trade.
•JP Hurlbert was selected with the 23rd pick.
•Hurlbert led the WHL in goals and points last season.
•Cossa had a successful spell with the Grand Rapids Griffins.

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2:16 AMYahoo Sports — Red Wings Select JP Hurlbert 23rd Overall Following Sebastian Cossa Trade

What they're saying

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Detroit prioritizes high-octane offense by flipping their top goaltending prospect to land a prolific WHL sniper known for elite hockey sense and a lethal power-play release.
— Yahoo Sports

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