
Anaheim Ducks Draft Seven Prospects in 2026 NHL Draft
The Ducks added depth across the draft, securing seven players who bring junior experience, international success, and future college commitments
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The Ducks added depth across the draft, securing seven players who bring junior experience, international success, and future college commitments

The University of Denver’s hockey program celebrated a landmark draft as four incoming freshmen were selected, headlined by Daxon Rudolph’s fourth‑overall pick by the Buffalo Sabres.
The Anaheim Ducks selected 18‑year‑old defenseman Eric Frossard with the 147th overall pick, a move that underscores the team’s focus on blending physical presence with emerging offensive talent.

Eight University of North Dakota hockey players were chosen at the 2026 NHL Draft, establishing a new high for selections in a single draft and the most picks in the first three rounds since 2005.

After being chosen in the fifth round of the recent draft, KJ Sauer is set to transition from the Lincoln Stars to the Edmonton Oil Kings, bringing his physical style and top‑nine potential to the Western Hockey League.

The Hurricanes have traded a sixth‑round pick and prospect Kyle Masters to the Ducks for the rights to John Carlson, who will have a short window to negotiate before July 1.

The San Jose Sharks used their 174th overall pick to bring home a towering, San Jose‑born forward, Jake Gustafson, who is expected to develop into a bottom‑six, two‑way center.

The Purple Eagles wore Burden's number and name at the draft, announced his sister's pick, and reflected on a season cut short by tragedy.

The Colorado Avalanche have added forward Fabian Lysell from Boston in exchange for Ivan Ivan, a move that bolsters the team's depth and adds a proven scorer from the AHL.

Recent inductions mark progress, yet the Hockey Hall of Fame continues to marginalize women’s achievements, from historic exclusions to ongoing disparities, fueling demands for a separate hall dedicated to women’s hockey.

Boston University’s pipeline of talent produced several high‑profile picks on the second day of the 2026 NHL Draft, extending a legacy of development that dates back decades.

Selected 59th overall, Vaněček brings 35 points from 59 games and international experience to the Stars organization.

The San Jose Sharks selected Brady Knowling 127th overall, a 6‑foot‑5 netminder whose .880 save percentage and upside spark debate among analysts.

The Buffalo Sabres added forward Olivers Murnieks and Doman Szongoth in the fourth and fifth rounds of the NHL Draft, highlighting their strong showings in European leagues and international play.

The NHL Draft's fifth round added two promising forwards to the Lightning's roster, highlighting the team's continued focus on international talent and collegiate development.

Philadelphia’s latest draft pick, 18‑year‑old forward Kent Sauer, brings a blend of size, defensive reliability and raw offensive upside to the organization.

Born in Lugano, raised in the Cayman Islands and Canada, Ryder Cali’s unconventional journey culminates in a second‑round selection by the Florida Panthers, where he hopes to blend offensive flair with defensive responsibility.

The Boston Bruins select Swedish forward Nils Bartholdsson, a 42‑point junior standout whose powerful shot and creative playmaking are expected to enrich Boston’s offensive arsenal.

Pat Verbeek discusses recent trades, the arrival of new draft talent, and the club's plans to bolster its roster ahead of the upcoming season.

Minnesota moved up to the 83rd overall pick, selecting the 6‑foot‑4 forward from Sweden while also securing a future selection in the deal.

Buffalo selected Olivers Murnieks with the 101st overall pick, a player who logged 30 points for the Sea Dogs and earned international caps for Latvia.

Wyatt Cullen, son of NHL veteran Matt Cullen and a top prospect from the USA Hockey National Team Development Program, was selected tenth overall by the Nashville Predators in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft.

A detailed profile of Brek Liske, the disciplined WHL defenseman whose steady growth, playoff surge and lifelong Flyers fandom have positioned him as a near‑lock for the second round.

Luke Prokop's documentary, originally slated for summer 2025, will debut on June 29 on Amazon Prime and Apple TV+ after the success of the 16‑award‑winning series 'Heated Rivalry' secured brand support and accelerated its timeline.