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After being passed over in the 2025 NHL Draft, Finnish forward Matias Vanhanen used the disappointment as fuel, moved to the Western Hockey League, set a franchise scoring record, and earned a second‑round selection by the Devils, joining the ranks of his hockey idols Jack Hughes and Lenni Hämeenaho.
The 2026 NHL Draft saw the Utah Mammoth select forward Adam Valentini, a Toronto native and Michigan standout, while other Michigan players prepare for upcoming collegiate seasons.
The Nashville Predators acquire Adam Edstrom from the New York Rangers, sending forward Massimo Rizzo and a fifth‑round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft to New York.
Cindy Curley, a Hall of Fame inductee of the 2026 class, shares memories of early breakthroughs, leadership on the national team, and the rising momentum of women's hockey in the United States.
Selected 50th overall in the third round, Mathis Preston brings a blend of offensive skill and international experience to the Anaheim Ducks.
The 2026 NHL Draft saw the Tampa Bay Lightning select 20‑year‑old defenseman Tomas Kralovic from HC Slovan Bratislava with the 90th overall pick.
The Ducks selected Rian Chudzinski in the third round, highlighting his 38-point season with Moncton and his recent stint at Dexter Southfield School.
Selected 22nd and 39th overall, the mirror‑twin forwards bring complementary styles and a shared ambition to wear black and gold side by side.
The 23‑year‑old forward from Ely, Minnesota, has committed to the Fife Flyers of the Elite Ice Hockey League, bringing a leadership pedigree and defensive skill set honed at the University of Minnesota Duluth.
The Anaheim Ducks selected 18‑year‑old defenseman Jayden Kurtz in the second round, while forward Preston impressed in the WHL and earned international honors.
Nashville selects Russian netminder Dmitri Borichev with the 70th overall pick, completing a busy second day of the 2026 NHL Draft.
Freshman forwards Cullen Potter and Ethan Belchetz headline a Michigan State roster that blends six first‑round draft picks with returning All‑Americans, positioning the Spartans as a top contender for the national championship.
The Toronto Maple Leafs dealt defenseman Brandon Carlo to the St. Louis Blues for two third‑round picks, a transaction that reflects GM John Chayka’s overhaul of the team’s blue line and addresses the Blues’ need for a seasoned right‑shot.
Montreal Canadiens select Timmy Runtso in the second round of the NHL Draft, securing the Playa Vista native’s rights as he prepares to join Miami University’s RedHawks for the 2026‑27 campaign.
St. Louis adds a seasoned blue‑liner to its roster, trading away future draft capital in a move orchestrated by general manager Doug Armstrong.
The Pittsburgh Penguins drafted identical twins Liam and Markus Ruck in the 2026 NHL Draft, sparking early speculation about their development paths and potential trade dynamics.
The Colorado Avalanche selected center Egor Shilov in the second round of the NHL Draft, a move that ties his development to a future at Penn State.
Colorado Avalanche selected Egor Shilov with the 43rd overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, while the Penn State forward pledged to join the Nittany Lions this fall.
Ryan Lin, a 5‑foot‑11 right‑handed defenseman from Richmond, British Columbia, was drafted by the San Jose Sharks and will pursue his collegiate career at Denver University. He discusses his heritage, lacrosse background, and a documentary featuring Michael Bublé and Drew Scott.
Selected in the NHL draft, Ryan Lin reflects on his journey from British Columbia to Colorado, his ties to fellow prospects, and his mission to inspire Asian representation in hockey.
Brown announces a six‑player recruiting class that brings top‑tier talent and academic curiosity to the Bears' women's ice hockey program.
USA Hockey stars receive ESPY nominations as fan voting opens for the July 15 awards ceremony.
The Red Wings’ roster is thin on six‑foot‑seven players, prompting scouts to examine a handful of promising centers ahead of the upcoming draft.
The young forward’s draft journey reflects a rapid rise from New York’s rinks to a commitment at Michigan State.