Apr 4, 2021; Tampa, Florida, USA; Detroit Red Wings center Michael Rasmussen (27) is congratulated by right wing Anthony Mantha (39) and center Luke Glendening (41) as he scores a goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the second period at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
I always liked the Detroit Red Wings pick of Anthony Mantha. Billed as a player they could build around, he seemed like the next generation of draft picks who would become another pillar for the organization.
The hulking sniper was tearing up Quebec Juniors and it was, at the time, exciting to think that he could potentially be complimenting Henrik Zetterberg and Pavel Datsyuk.