Boston College’s men’s hockey program has once again proven its ability to launch elite talent into the NHL, delivering six players into the 2026 draft class.
The selections underscore the depth of the Eagles’ roster and the effectiveness of the coaching staff in preparing athletes for the professional game.
Draft Highlights
Oscar Hemming, a forward from Sweden, was snapped up 14th overall by the Columbus Blue Jackets, marking the highest pick for a Boston College prospect in recent memory.
Casey Mutryn, a product of the United States National Team Development Program, went to the Seattle Kraken in the second round after posting 18 goals and 28 assists in 62 games last season.
Rudolfs Berzkalns, a Latvian forward, earned a second‑round spot with the Edmonton Oilers after a solid stint with the Muskegon Lumberjacks, where he recorded 13 goals and 12 assists in 48 appearances.
Olivers Murnieks, another Latvian forward, was chosen by the Buffalo Sabres in the fourth round after excelling in the QMJHL and USHL, where he tallied 15 goals and 20 assists in 52 games.
Roberto Henriquez, whose heritage spans Slovakia and the Dominican Republic, was drafted by the Boston Bruins in the sixth round after posting a 2.22 goals‑against average and a .921 save percentage for the Green Bay Gamblers.
Goaltender Ryan Cameron, hailing from Berwyn, Pennsylvania, heard his name called by the Edmonton Oilers in the seventh round following a season in which he posted a 2.92 GAA and a .882 save percentage for the Cedar Rapids Roughriders.
A Tradition of Development
Boston College’s track record of producing NHL‑ready players stretches back years, with alumni regularly cracking rosters and contributing at the highest level.
The program’s blend of rigorous academics, state‑of‑the‑art facilities, and competitive club play creates an environment where prospects can mature both on and off the ice.
Coaches emphasize two‑way play, mental toughness, and adaptability, traits that have translated into successful transitions for recent draftees.
As the 2026 draft class settles in, the Eagles look to build on this momentum, aiming to add another wave of talent to the professional ranks in the coming seasons.