USHL Alumni Dominate 2026 NHL Draft First Round
The opening round of the 2026 NHL Draft highlighted a wave of USHL‑produced players, with Wyatt Cullen, Tynan Lawrence, Ilia Morosov and Jack Hextall each hearing their names called.
Jun 27, 2026
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Detroit Red Wings Draft J.P. Hurlbert 23rd Overall in 2026 NHL Draft
The Red Wings selected J.P. Hurlbert with the 23rd pick, acquiring him from the Utah Mammoth in a trade that also involved goaltender Sebastian Cossa, while the prospect commits to the University of Michigan for the upcoming collegiate season.
Jun 27, 2026
Red Wings Trade Cossa, Draft Hurlbert as Postova Emerges
The Detroit Red Wings dealt veteran prospect Sebastian Cossa for a first‑round pick, using it to select J.P. Hurlbert while Michal Postova's breakout performance reshapes the team's goaltending depth.
Jun 27, 2026
Predators Draft Cullen 10th Overall, Family Legacy Looms Large
The Nashville Predators' first‑round pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft brings a Minnesota-born forward into the fold, completing a family narrative that spans three generations of professional hockey.
Jun 27, 2026
Anaheim Ducks Draft Swedish Forward Marcus Nordmark 28th Overall
The Anaheim Ducks selected Marcus Nordmark with the 28th overall pick, adding a Swedish prospect with a strong junior record, international medals and a notable family background.
Jun 27, 2026
Red Wings Draft J.P. Hurlbert 23rd Overall, Aiming for Two‑Way Impact
Detroit selected forward J.P. Hurlbert in the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft, highlighting his WHL production and development with the U.S. National Team Development Program.
Jun 27, 2026
NHL Draft Highlights Trades and Roster Shifts Ahead of Weekend in Buffalo
The Hockey Show’s hosts attended the NHL Draft in Buffalo, discussing major trades, prospect outlooks, and coaching changes.
Jun 27, 2026
Red Wings Trade Cossa to Mammoth, Acquire Hurlbert in Draft Deal
In a move that underscores a strategic shift in Detroit's roster planning, the Red Wings sent Sebastian Cossa to the Utah Mammoth for the 23rd overall pick, selecting winger JP Hurlbert. The transaction reflects both the waning prospects of a once‑heralded net‑minder and the team's intent to bolster its forward pipeline.
Jun 27, 2026
Red Wings Trade Cossa, Draft Hurlbert as New Generation Takes Shape
The Detroit Red Wings swapped goaltender Sebastian Cossa for the 23rd overall pick in the NHL Entry Draft, using it to select winger JP Hurlbert, a Dallas native who will bring a family tradition of Michigan hockey to the organization.
Jun 27, 2026
Canadiens Secure 26th Overall Pick, Add Russian Winger Gleb Pugachyov to Draft Class
The Montreal Canadiens have finalized a draft‑day deal with the Vegas Golden Knights, acquiring the 26th overall selection and using it to select Russian forward Gleb Pugachyov. The move adds a physically imposing, skilled winger to a roster already rich in offensive talent.
Jun 27, 2026
Kings Draft Hermansson 19th Overall in 2026 NHL Draft
The Los Angeles Kings selected forward Elton Hermansson with the 19th overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, a move that follows his gold‑medal performance with Sweden and a standout season in the HockeyAllsvenskan.
Jun 27, 2026
Fans Flood Baptist Health IcePlex for 2026 NHL Draft Watch Party
Hockey enthusiasts converged at the Baptist Health IcePlex to celebrate the upcoming 2026 NHL Draft, enjoying a special panel, public skating, and the electric buzz of anticipation.
Jun 27, 2026
Blackstone Valley Schools Hockey Team Honored at 2026 NHL Draft
The Blackstone Valley Schools hockey team, still grieving the loss of three family members, were invited to hand out sweaters at the 2026 Upper Deck NHL Draft, where Commissioner Gary Bettman praised their strength.
Jun 27, 2026
Utah Mammoth Secure Sebastian Cossa in Draft‑Pick Trade
In exchange for the 23rd overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, the Utah Mammoth acquired goaltender Sebastian Cossa from the Detroit Red Wings, a move that brings a proven AHL record and international experience to the team.
Jun 27, 2026
J.P. Hurlbert Joins Detroit Red Wings After Stellar WHL Season
Detroit’s selection of J.P. Hurlbert at No. 23 underscores a season that saw the Texas native dominate the Western Hockey League and earn multiple accolades.
Jun 27, 2026
Sharks Draft Ryan Lin 21st Overall, Trade Up for Defensive Prospect
San Jose Sharks moved up in the draft, acquiring the 21st pick from the Philadelphia Flyers and selecting Ryan Lin, a 5‑foot‑11 defenseman whose offensive output and defensive reliability have drawn early praise.
Jun 27, 2026
J.P. Hurlbert’s Draft Day Marks a New Chapter for Michigan Hockey
J.P. Hurlbert’s 23rd‑overall selection by the Detroit Red Wings marks the start of a promising collegiate career aimed at delivering Michigan’s first national title since 1998.
Jun 27, 2026
Wyatt Cullen Selected 10th Overall by Nashville Predators
Wyatt Cullen, a freshman at the University of Minnesota, was drafted 10th overall by the Nashville Predators in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, highlighting a family tradition and a standout collegiate season.
Jun 27, 2026
PWHL’s Detroit Mentorship Event Inspires Young Girls Through Hockey
Hundreds of high school athletes gathered in Detroit for a day of mentorship, panel discussions, and networking, connecting with pro players and leaders to build confidence and resilience.
Jun 27, 2026
Ilia Morozov Makes History as Buffalo Sabres Draft 20th Overall
The 17‑year‑old Russian forward was selected 20th overall by the Buffalo Sabres, marking the RedHawks' first first‑round pick since 2015 and the youngest player in Division I hockey this season.
Jun 27, 2026
Mammoth Move Up to 17th Overall in 2026 NHL Draft
The Utah Mammoth swapped picks #19 and #83 to the Los Angeles Kings to secure the 17th overall selection, choosing winger Ethan Belchetz, a 6‑foot‑5 forward projected as a top‑10 talent. The Kings used the moved‑up pick to draft Swedish forward Elton Hermansson, who topped the World U18 Championship in scoring.
Jun 27, 2026
Jaxon Cover: Caribbean Roots Fuel NHL Draft Surge
From roller hockey on the beaches of Grand Cayman to a standout rookie season in the Ontario Hockey League, Jaxon Cover’s rapid ascent has placed him 29th among North American skaters and on the radar of NHL scouts.
Jun 27, 2026
Rangers Secure Pavel Dorofeyev in Calculated Trade with Golden Knights
New York parts with future draft capital to bring a proven 35‑goal sniper into the fold, while Vegas cashes in on a haul of picks to alleviate a looming cap crunch.
Jun 27, 2026
Ducks Trade McTavish for Future Draft Capital, Draft Klepov 15th Overall
Anaheim’s front office swapped Mason McTavish to St. Louis for two first‑round selections, using the 15th pick to bring forward Nikita Klepov into the fold.
Jun 27, 2026