
Sharks Draft Ivar Stenberg, Extending a Run of Top Picks
San Jose’s latest first‑round selection adds a Swedish‑trained forward to a young core that has already reshaped the franchise’s future.
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San Jose’s latest first‑round selection adds a Swedish‑trained forward to a young core that has already reshaped the franchise’s future.

The first day of the NHL Draft saw the New York Islanders re‑sign Tony DeAngelo, inquiries about Mathew Barzal, and a series of goalie and forward moves that set the stage for the evening’s selections.

The 2026 NHL Draft is shaping up with Gavin McKenna expected to go first overall to the Toronto Maple Leafs, while blockbuster trades and expansion talks dominate the conversation.

The Greig and Compher families showcase how shared heritage and divergent playing styles are reshaping the sport’s landscape.

On July 7 the Ottawa Titans will host a one‑day jersey exchange event, letting fans turn their Brady Tkachuk No. 7 jerseys into AJ Wright No. 7 Titans shirts, a move that has already sparked a flurry of online discussion.
The Plante family’s deep roots in professional hockey span generations, with father Derek and brothers Zam and Max already drafted. Now Victor, a standout in the USA Hockey National Team Development Program, eyes a higher draft position than Max while the 2026 NHL Draft prepares to unfold in Buffalo, the site of Derek’s Stanley Cup triumph.

The first round of the NHL Draft will unfold via conference call and television, with the New York Islanders holding the 13th overall selection. Meanwhile, a series of trades and contract agreements are reshaping rosters across the league.

The 2026 NHL Draft will unfold at Buffalo’s KeyBank Center on June 26‑27, featuring a star‑studded pool of prospects, high‑profile trades and a multi‑platform broadcast that promises to bring the excitement to fans across North America.

Top NHL scorer Jason Robertson declined a lucrative eight‑year deal from the Seattle Kraken, prompting the team to rethink its strategy ahead of the upcoming draft.
The University of North Dakota is gearing up for a draft that could see multiple first‑round selections, with coach optimism, twin prospects and a busy draft legacy all converging in Buffalo.

The San Jose Sharks hold three opening‑round selections in the 2026 Draft, with Ivar Stenberg projected at No. 2 and Daxon Rudolph in the mix for No. 9.

Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has asked to be moved to a playoff contender, sparking a complex negotiation that could reshape the team's leadership and future.

The upcoming first round of the 2026 NHL Draft features a flurry of trades, a deep talent pool, and several unexpected placements that could reshape the league’s future.

With the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft set for tomorrow, a collaborative mock projection by Will James and Jack Studley offers a snapshot of the talent that could reshape teams' fortunes.

The San Jose Sharks announced a blockbuster move on Tuesday, sending forward William Eklund along with prospects Kasper Halttunen and Brandon Svoboda to the Ottawa Senators in exchange for the ninth overall selection in the 2026 NHL Draft. Opinions from five independent NHL scouts and executives are now shaping the conversation about the trade's fairness.

Four major trades, a high‑stakes acquisition, a veteran’s possible buyout, and the end of an ownership era defined a busy day in the NHL.

With the NHL trade deadline looming, Montreal’s management faces a crowded market as rivals aggressively reshuffle rosters, forcing Kent Hughes to act swiftly to fill critical gaps.

In a recent episode of The Hockey News Big Show, analysts Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos unpack the latest NHL trades, from the Bowen Byram deal to potential impacts on the St. Louis Blues, Ottawa Senators and other teams ahead of the draft and free agency.

The latest episode of The Hockey News Big Show brings together former NHL forward Drew Shore, analyst Ryan Kennedy and journalist Michael Traikos to unpack the most consequential trades, team strategies and player fits shaping the 2026 season.

After acquiring Brady Tkachuk from the Ottawa Senators, Florida’s leadership says the work isn’t finished. With goaltending, draft picks and free agency on the agenda, the Panthers aim to rebound from a missed playoff season and re‑enter the Cup conversation.

Tuesday’s flurry of blockbuster trades saw Simon Nemec head to Calgary, Jordan Kyrou to Washington, Bowen Byram to Chicago and William Eklund to Ottawa, while Adam Foote returned to coaching and the Montreal Canadiens consider a Gallagher buyout.

The recent transfer of Brady Tkachuk from the Ottawa Senators to the Florida Panthers illustrates a broader shift in the NHL, where rising financial and cultural pressures are prompting U.S. talent to seek opportunities south of the border.

The Boston Bruins lock in Simon Zajicek, the Oilers appoint Mike Babcock, and the Penguins change ownership as the league prepares for a busy draft period and potential Texas expansion.

Chicago swaps its fourth overall pick and a 45th‑rounder for Bowen Byram and Jordan Greenway, sparking both excitement and concern over the team's defensive outlook and Bedard's supporting cast.