The Detroit Red Wings enter the 2025 NHL draft lottery yet again, marking their ninth consecutive season without a playoff appearance. This season sees increased pressure on general manager Steve Yzerman to break a franchise-record playoff drought. The Wings, with a 5.1% chance to improve from the No. 12 position in the lottery, hope to secure a higher draft pick, potentially moving up to No. 2. In past drafts, the team’s luck has been limited; their highest selection under Yzerman was No. 4 overall in 2020, when they chose Lucas Raymond. The Sharks have the best odds for the top pick, at 25.5%. The lottery will take place on May 5, 2025, with key prospects like Matthew Schaefer and Michael Misa expected to be top picks.