With the 13th pick in the 2025 NHL entry draft, the Detroit Red Wings made the strategic decision to choose center/left-winger Carter Bear, who hails from the WHL Everett Silvertips.

Any time the 18-year-old is on the ice, he's extremely engaged and looking to get involved in play. Whatever it takes—throwing a hit, winning a battle, driving through opponents to get to the net—you can bet he's willing to do it. That level of engagement is so valuable; it's the kind of thing that could make or break a game.

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