The Detroit Red Wings had quite a few reasons to draft Carter Bear, but his relentless nature was at the top of the list.

The Detroit Red Wings added nine prospects to the organization at the 2025 NHL Draft, selecting players that add to the pipeline at every position. 2024-25: Tied for seventh in the Western Hockey League with 40 goals in 56 games and led Everett with 82 points before a season-ending Achilles injury in March.

In Bear, the Red Wings are getting a highly skilled and highly competitive winger to add to their prospect stable.