If the draft were to follow the NHL Prospects’ Rankings, found on Elite Prospects, the Red Wings should continue their trend of drafting Swedish Prospects, like in 2020 when the Red Wings drafted Lucas Raymond, William Wallinder, and Theodor Neiderbach and the draft William Eklund with the number 6 pick in the 2021 NHL Draft.

We discuss why Eklund is the right pick for the Detroit Red Wings. What did Eklund’s coaches have to say about him? What Eklund’s top skills? We also present William Eklund highlights from the 2020-21 season to help you make your own judgment.