As for Edvinsson, the 19-year-old blueliner had two goals and 17 assists in 44 games this season for Frölunda in the Swedish Hockey League, finishing as an SHL Rookie of the Year finalist.
On April 24,
Edvinsson signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Red Wings
, beginning with the 2022-23 campaign.
According to Yzerman, Detroit's sixth overall pick in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft will be in consideration for a roster spot next season.
"He's strong, he can skate really well," Yzerman said. "He does have a chance, yeah. Honestly, a real good chance to play in the NHL next year."
Yzerman is also hopeful that prospects like defensemen Albert Johansson and Eemil Viro and winger Elmer Söderblom take the next step in their respective journeys to the North American-sized ice sheet.
"We would like to bring them over to play in North America next year," Yzerman said. "Whether they make the Detroit Red Wings or play in the American Hockey League remains to be seen. But we're very excited about having all three of them in our system."
When discussing Söderblom, Yzerman described his development as "fun to watch."
"Based on what he's done over the last couple of years, his progress, we're pretty excited about it," Yzerman said. "It's a pleasant surprise, but as we've said, we need some surprises within our drafts."