Anaheim Ducks Draft Mathis Preston, a Rising Star from British Columbia
Selected 50th overall in the third round, Mathis Preston brings a blend of offensive skill and international experience to the Anaheim Ducks.
Jun 27, 2026
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NHL Honors Blackstone Valley Hockey Seniors at 2026 Draft
The NHL recognized Blackstone Valley’s senior hockey players with personalized jerseys, awards and heartfelt praise after a season marked by triumph and tragedy.
Jun 27, 2026
Michigan State’s Draft Dominance Highlights 2026 NHL Selections
Michigan State’s hockey prospects shone at the 2026 NHL Draft in Buffalo, with five first‑round selections that underscored the program’s rising influence.
Jun 27, 2026
Sixth‑Overall Pick Carson Carels Opts for Farm‑Side Draft Night
Carson Carels, the 18‑year‑old defenseman drafted sixth by the Flames, chose a rural setting over the usual draft‑night fanfare, spending the evening on his family's 2,500‑acre operation before stepping onto the NHL stage.
Jun 27, 2026
Denver Pioneers Celebrate Historic NHL Draft Double
The 2026 NHL Draft saw two Denver alumni drafted in the opening round, with Rudolph landing fourth overall and Lin at 21st, a first in program history and a testament to the university’s rising talent pipeline.
Jun 27, 2026
Michigan State’s 2026 NHL Draft Haul Sets New Record
The latest NHL draft saw a Michigan State record nine players selected in the first round, highlighted by Chase Reid, Nikita Klepov, Ethan Belchetz and Jack Hextall.
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
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
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
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
Anaheim Ducks Draft Nikita Klepov, Highlighting Michigan State’s Freshman Surge
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.
Jun 27, 2026
Chase Reid’s Draft Night Highlights a New Era for Michigan State Hockey
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.
Jun 27, 2026
Sharks Secure Verhoeff at No. 9
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.
Jun 27, 2026
Utah Mammoth Ship JJ Peterka to Boston Bruins in Multi‑Pick Deal
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.
Jun 26, 2026
Gavin McKenna Becomes First Penn State Hockey Player Drafted First Overall
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.
Jun 26, 2026
Gavin McKenna Becomes First Penn State Player Drafted No. 1 Overall in NHL Draft
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.
Jun 26, 2026
Gavin McKenna Becomes No. 1 Pick in 2026 NHL Draft
The 2026 NHL Draft crowned Gavin McKenna as the first overall selection, honoring a breakout freshman season that redefined expectations for offensive playmakers.
Jun 26, 2026
Utah Mammoth Trade JJ Peterka to Boston Bruins in Roster Shake‑Up
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.
Jun 26, 2026
Sabres Acquire Zellweger in Draft-Day Deal
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.
Jun 26, 2026
Ducks Trade Zellweger to Sabres in Draft‑Day Deal
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.
Jun 26, 2026
Neon Baseball Takes Over Akron: The Cosmic Takeover Tour
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.
Jun 26, 2026
Predators to Honor Late Scout David Westby at 2026 NHL Draft
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.
Jun 26, 2026
Bruins Set for 2026 NHL Draft with Eight Picks and Trade Openness
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.
Jun 26, 2026