Tyler Wright has been let go as director of amateur scouting for the Detroit Red Wings as part of a significant purge of their scouting staff under general manager Steve Yzerman, a source confirmed to M-Live.

Wright, 46, had held the position since 2013.

Kris Draper is expected to be named the team’s director of amateur scouting. Draper had been serving as assistant to the general manager.

Wright is expected to join former Red Wings general manager Ken Holland with the Edmonton Oilers.

The Red Wings couldn’t be reached for comment.

Jeff Finley, chief amateur scout, and amateur scout Andrew Dickson also have been released.

Long-time pro scout Glenn Merkosky has retired. Fellow pro scout Archie Henderson is expected to join the Oilers.

Pro scouting director Mark Howe, Kirk Maltby and Bruce Haralson remain with the Red Wings.

The Red Wings have not announced any additions to their scouting staff.