Detroit — The Red Wings began the second day of the NHL Entry Draft on Friday by selecting a pair of forwards, Dylan James and Dmitri Buchelnikov, in the second round.
A 6-foot, 181-pound left wing, James was the rookie of the year in the United States Hockey League and was taken with the No. 40 overall pick.
James had 28 goals and 33 assists for 61 points in 62 games. He's described as a competitive player who has skill but likes to play a physical game, and is viewed as a leader on his teams.