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Detroit Red Wings: How Good is Lucas Raymond?

By Chris Giles

EDMONTON, AB - JANUARY 02: Elmer Soderblom #25 and Lucas Raymond #18 of Sweden celebrate a goal against Finland during the 2021 IIHF World Junior Championship quarterfinals at Rogers Place on January 2, 2021 in Edmonton, Canada. (Photo by Codie McLachlan/Getty Images)
EDMONTON, AB - JANUARY 02: Elmer Soderblom #25 and Lucas Raymond #18 of Sweden celebrate a goal against Finland during the 2021 IIHF World Junior Championship quarterfinals at Rogers Place on January 2, 2021 in Edmonton, Canada. (Photo by Codie McLachlan/Getty Images) /
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Where Should Raymond Play in 2021?

It will be interesting to see where he begins his professional career in the Detroit organization.  Steve Yzerman likes his prospects ready to contribute in a big way once they reach the NHL.  Raymond could begin in Grand Rapids (AHL) in order to acclimate to the smaller ice surface.  If he shows in training camp that he belongs in Detroit, Yzerman will make room on the roster.

Prediction

My prediction is that Lucas Raymond will play in Grand Rapids to start the season.  He will be playing with other top draft picks and players slightly older and stronger.  If he shows that he dominates at that level, Raymond will move up to a top-six spot in the Detroit roster before the end of the season.

It should be fun watching Lucas Raymond develop into an elite player for the Detroit Red Wings.

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