When the Detroit Red Wings drafted Michael Rasmussen in 2017, the general impression was that he'd become the spiritual successor to Tomas Holmstrom. Elite Prospects praised him on his net front presence. Draft analysts loved his 6'6" frame and ability to get to the net. It's been eight years since Rasmussen donned the Winged Wheel. In that time, he's managed just 154 career points in 445 games.
This season, Rasmussen has only 14 points in 55 games and is projected to earn his lowest points-per-game in his career. It appears the Red Wings may already have a successor for his role in Grand Rapids, as well.