The Dallas Stars made the first trade to move back in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft tonight, sending the 15th overall pick to the Detroit Red Wings in exchange for the 23rd overall pick, a second rounder, and a fifth rounder.
Generally, people felt that the return for moving down worked well in Dallas’ favor.
I like me a good trade down for multiple picks, especially for Dallas who hasn't had many picks of late. Detroit clearly targeting... Someone.
— Murat Ates (@WPGMurat) July 24, 2021
If there was a year to have the most mid-round darts to throw at the wall, this may be it, given the variability in lists from team to team.