Mock draft: Red Wings looking to grab goaltender in first round

FREE PRESS STAFF AND NEWS SERVICES • June 19, 2008 Sports Illustrated's Allan Muir recently posted his most recent NHL Draft projections. He predicted the Red Wings would look to add depth to its goaltender position in the first round. Below is his write up for the current Stanley Cup Champions: 30. Detroit Red Wings: Thomas McCollum, goaltender, Guelph Storm (OHL) Central Scouting says: "[His] number one attribute is his net position -- it's second to none. There are rarely any holes and he has a great butterfly. When he is challenging and at the top of his game, he is very tough to beat. He has good net coverage and he is very competitive. He handles the puck well. He is definitely one of those franchise-type of goalies in the future." Our take: There's a chance the Wings could go for a high upside European like Swedish... [read full story]