Dylan James, drafted 42nd in 2022, is a Red Wings prospect who defied the norm by spending all four years of his college eligibility — even returning for his senior season — to refine his game. His patience paid off: he exploded offensively with 21 goals in his final NCAA year and immediately translated that scoring touch to the AHL, netting two goals in just two games. A two-way force known for penalty killing, forechecking, and using his speed to create turnovers, James brings reliability and grit to every shift. But at 23, he’s entering pro hockey later than most — and his NHL future hinges on whether he can sustain enough offense to crack the Red Wings’ roster. If he doesn’t make a strong case by the end of his second pro season, his path to the big leagues could be cut short.
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