Back to Sweden
Lucas Raymond went un-signed after the draft. With a start date to the AHL and NHL uncertain due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Steve Yzerman decided to let Raymond play his second full season with Frolunda (SHL). Raymond didn’t see a lot of ice time, but still collected 18 points in 34 games. He also played for Sweden for the second time, in the World Junior Championships. He scored five points in five games before Sweden was uncharacteristically shut out of the medals.
Three-Year Entry Level Contract
In April, the Detroit Red Wings signed Lucas Raymond to a three-year Entry Level contract. This contract will begin with the 2021-22 season. His cap hit if he plays in the NHL is $925,000. If he plays for Grand Rapids (AHL) he will be paid $80,000.
Raymond will be making his debut in North America for the 2021-22 season. Will he spend more time in Grand Rapids or could he break camp right away with Detroit?