The Detroit Red Wings kicked off their development camp on Monday at the Belfor Training Center, a hub of activity that will run through Thursday as the organization evaluates a deep pool of prospects.
Among the attendees are recent draft selections such as J.P. Hurlbert, Carter Bear and Max Plante, the latter a 2024 second‑round pick and the reigning Hobey Baker Award winner, alongside his younger brother Victor Plante, the 49th overall choice in the 2026 draft.
Injuries and Omissions
Forward Eddie Genborg and defenseman Will Murphy are listed as participants but will sit out the on‑ice sessions due to lingering injuries, a detail that underscores the physical toll of the prospect grind.
The camp also draws attention for its international flavor, with Russian defenseman Nikita Tyurin among the invitees, a rare occurrence given the typical reluctance of Russian draftees to travel to North America for such events.
Eight free‑agent players have been extended invitations, including 23‑year‑old forward Yegor Vinogradov, 18‑year‑old Salvatore Viviano, who topped the USHL’s Waterloo Black Hawks in scoring, and 19‑year‑old right‑winger Michael Dec, who netted 28 goals last season.
A Roster Built for Competition
Participants will be split into two squads — Team Howe and Team Lindsay — who will receive daily on‑ice instruction, NHL‑level off‑ice workouts and presentations aimed at smoothing the transition to professional hockey. The roster also features veterans such as Yaroslav Busygin, a five‑season KHL veteran, and Cade Christenson, a sophomore defenseman at Penn State who will transfer to Providence for his junior year.
Three goaltenders — Albin Boija, Will Keane and Semyon Konopsky — are also on the roster, while the camp’s location at Little Caesars Arena promises state‑of‑the‑art player amenities that will be on display throughout the week.
Beyond the ice, the camp offers a curriculum that blends skill development with professional preparation, giving prospects a comprehensive view of what it takes to earn a spot on the Red Wings’ roster.