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#15 Sheldon Dries
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Pos: C
D.O.B.: 4/23/94
From: Macomb, MI
Height: 5'10
Weight: 182
Shoots: Left
Drafted: Undrafted
Acquired: Signed 2 yr contract with Detroit (NHL) 7/1/24 |
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| Plus: Energetic forward does everything with pace... High level motor, finishes checks and wins battles for loose pucks... Elite AHL level scorer... Defensively responsible in both the AHL and NHL and an ace penalty killer... Dangerous on the powerplay, especially adept at tipping pucks in front and screening the netminder...
| | Minus: Lack of size and durability... Lacks elite high end skill, most of his success is through hard work, positioning and effort... |
| Organizational Comments: Red Wings Head Coach - Todd McClellan "I thought Sheldon did a real good job. He's quick. You can see he's a darter on the ice, responsible defensively, created some turnovers. We're lucky to have him with the situation we're in right now, the depth in our organization..." |
What GRC says: Fall 2026
2025-26 Dries remained one of the most reliable pillars of the Griffins' offense, embodying exactly what a veteran first line center should provide. His consistency was a stabilizing force throughout the year, and he continued to produce at a point per game pace in the second half, even as the quality of his linemates dipped due to injuries and recalls. A versatile forward who contributes in every situation, Dries is at his most dangerous on the power play, where his quick release and exceptional hand eye coordination make him a lethal finisher around the net. His ability to read plays, find soft ice, and convert chances gives him value beyond his raw point totals. Despite a drop in assists late in the season-largely a reflection of the revolving cast around him-his overall performance never wavered. His strong, steady play earned him both a recall to Detroit and a two year contract extension, underscoring his importance to the organization.
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| Role: Scoring Center |
| Projection: NHL Bottom six forward |
| Transactions |
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| 7/1/24 | Signed 2 yr contract with Detroit (NHL) |
| 9/14/24 | Invited to Detroit (NHL) Training Camp |
| 10/6/24 | Placed on waivers by Detroit (NHL) |
| 10/7/24 | Assigned to Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 2/24/25 | Recalled by Detroit (NHL) |
| 2/24/25 | Recalled by Detroit (NHL) |
| 3/4/25 | Assigned to Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 9/18/25 | Invited to Training Camp |
| 10/2/25 | Assigned to Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 1/9/26 | Recalled by Detroit (NHL) |
| 1/14/26 | Assigned to Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 1/29/26 | Recalled by Detroit (NHL) |
| 1/30/26 | Assigned to Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 1/31/26 | Signed 2 yr contract extension with Detroit (NHL) |
| 2/17/26 | Assigned to Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 2/17/26 | Recalled by Detroit (NHL) |
| 2/19/26 | Assigned to Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 2/19/26 | Recalled by Detroit (NHL) |
| 2/23/26 | Recalled by Detroit (NHL) |
| 2/24/26 | Assigned to Grand Rapids (AHL) |
| 3/11/26 | Recalled by Detroit (NHL) |
| 3/26/26 | Assigned to Grand Rapids (AHL) |
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