The center position is one of the most speculated, critiqued, and observed in hockey. Not only do you need to put up big numbers on the offensive end, but your defensive play on the back check is also highly observed. The Detroit Red Wings have seen many special players play at the centerfold of their lineup. Today, Octopus Thrower examines the top 5 centers of all time in Detroit Red Wings history.
5. Kris Draper
I don’t care what anybody says, there is not one player in Detroit Red Wings history who played with the tremendous amount of heart Kris Draper did every single night.