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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nikita Klepov’s 15th‑overall selection by the Anaheim Ducks spotlights a fresh wave of talent at Michigan State, where coach Adam Nightingale aims to blend offensive flair with defensive discipline.
Selected seventh overall in the 2026 NHL Draft, Chase Reid brings a blend of Michigan roots and elite junior experience to a Michigan State program eyeing a Frozen Four return.
The San Jose Sharks selected Keaton Verhoeff ninth overall in the 2026 Draft, a move that pays off his projected top‑pair upside and physical brand of play.
The Utah Mammoth announced a blockbuster move on Wednesday, sending forward JJ Peterka to the Boston Bruins in exchange for a package that includes the 23rd overall selection in the 2026 NHL Draft and a conditional first‑round pick that could shift depending on Florida’s 2028 lottery position.
A 20‑year‑old who topped the Big Ten in scoring and set a Penn State freshman point record was selected first overall in the NHL draft, cementing his place in college hockey history.
A freshman winger from Penn State makes history as the first Nittany Lion selected first overall, sparking excitement and debate ahead of the Maple Leafs’ pivotal season.
The 2026 NHL Draft crowned Gavin McKenna as the first overall selection, honoring a breakout freshman season that redefined expectations for offensive playmakers.
A trade that sends forward JJ Peterka to the Boston Bruins could reshape the team’s offensive depth, while the club faces a looming decision on unrestricted free agent Viktor Arvidsson.
The Buffalo Sabres traded the 45th overall pick and prospect Anton Wahlberg to Anaheim for defenseman Olen Zellweger, while also completing several other roster moves ahead of the NHL draft in Buffalo.
Anaheim sends restricted free‑agent defenseman Zellweger to Buffalo for a 2023 second‑round pick, while the Sabres add forward Wahlberg and continue a flurry of roster changes.
The Tri‑City Chili Peppers' Cosmic Baseball combines ultraviolet lighting, fluorescent gear and interactive rules to create a novel stadium experience that is now visiting Akron, Buffalo and Columbus.
The Nashville Predators plan to recognize David Westby, whose two‑decade tenure helped shape the team’s talent pipeline, with a special logo and lapel pins at the 2026 NHL Draft in Buffalo.
The Boston Bruins enter the 2026 NHL Draft with eight selections, highlighted by the 23rd overall pick, as GM Don Sweeney signals willingness to trade and reflects on a mixed record of first‑round outcomes.
The Avalanche will add depth through ten picks on Saturday, highlighted by two selections inside the top 100, as the draft moves from Friday night's first round to a full day of trading and selections
The Grand Forks Herald's 2026 NHL mock draft highlights UND defensemen Keaton Verhoeff and Carson Carels in the top ten, showcases other elite prospects, and explores the program's rich drafting legacy.
General manager Chris MacFarland discusses the upcoming NHL Draft, emphasizing development, incremental progress, and a measured approach to building a stronger Nashville Predators team.
A breakout year with the Edmonton Oil Kings has propelled defenseman Ethan MacKenzie onto Canada’s World Junior team and into the NHL Draft conversation, setting the stage for his summer move to Grand Forks.
Atlanta’s Zachariah Branch dazzles with speed while Chicago’s Luther Burden rides high expectations, each carrying distinct fantasy risks and rewards.
With free agency looming, Ovechkin’s decision hinges on the Capitals’ aggressive moves, cap space and a potential third‑line role centered by Ilya Protas.