Detroit — If there was a theme among the Red Wings' eight picks in the 2021 NHL Draft, it was the type of character the players possess.
Three of the five Wings' selections Saturday were captains for either their team (Carter Mazur, Red Savage) or for their national team (Liam Dower Nilsson).
The Wings are seeking that level of leadership.
"We're looking for kids that have good character, that's important," general manager Steve Yzerman said. "We want them to be driven and be good people in the organization.
"We want to draft kids that are good solid kids, who have enough ability in some form or another that have a chance to play in the league and are real driven and motivated.