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Red Wings: Why Nicklas Lidstrom is Best Draft Value in Franchise History

TORONTO, ON - DECEMBER 31: Nicklas Lidstrom #5 of the Detroit Red Wings Alumni skates against Steve Thomas #32 of the Toronto Maple Leafs Alumni during the 2017 Rogers NHL Centennial Classic Alumni Game at BMO Field on December 31, 2016 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Claus Andersen/Getty Images)

Looking at which Detroit Red Wings NHL Draft pick was the best value in franchise history.

The Detroit Red Wings typically draft well.

Obviously, there is a new man in charge now with general manager Steve Yzerman calling the shots, but historically the team has had success.