
Predators eye top defensemen ahead of 2026 NHL Draft
The 2026 NHL Draft will be held in Buffalo, where the Nashville Predators hold the 10th overall pick and are targeting high‑upside defensemen.
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The 2026 NHL Draft will be held in Buffalo, where the Nashville Predators hold the 10th overall pick and are targeting high‑upside defensemen.

The University of Denver's hockey program announced its incoming class, highlighting forwards and defensemen with diverse backgrounds, draft selections and medal‑winning performances on the world stage.

The Athletic’s annual mock draft for the 2026 NHL Draft blends scouting insight with franchise strategy, highlighting key selections and emerging storylines.

Markus Ruck leads the CHL with 108 points, captured the Bob Clarke Trophy, and, alongside twin brother Liam, is poised to make a splash at the 2026 NHL Draft while planning a return to Medicine Hat.

The Canadian Hockey League recognized outstanding performances with its 2026 Goaltender, Top Draft Prospect and Sportsman awards.

A panel of Hockey Show analysts combined their expertise to produce a consensus top‑10 ranking for the 2026 NHL Draft, highlighting standout performances and future possibilities.

With the 12th overall selection in the 2026 NHL Draft, the New Jersey Devils are poised to bolster their roster through three promising college prospects, each bringing distinct skill sets and family legacies.

The New Jersey Devils hold the 12th overall selection and are eyeing three promising college commits who could shape the franchise's future.

From a gold‑medal performance with Canada to a mid‑season trade, Mathis Preston's season reflects both the promise and the challenges of a rising hockey star.

The San Jose Sharks have extended bona fide offers to four upcoming draft picks, all of whom will transition from the Canadian Hockey League to U.S. college hockey for the 2026‑27 season.
Mark Odnokon, celebrated captain and coach, passed away after a brief cancer battle, leaving behind a legacy of inspiration and achievement in college hockey.

Mark Odnokon, a two‑time WCHA champion and key figure in University of Minnesota Duluth hockey, passed away after a brief battle with cancer. His influence spanned playing, coaching, scouting and youth development across North America.

The Columbus Blue Jackets are evaluating free‑agent defensemen, reviewing recent player transactions, and scouting top prospects ahead of the NHL Draft in Buffalo.

New York Islanders forward Simon Holmstrom is on the cusp of a breakout season, bolstered by his partnership with elite centers and a pending restricted‑free‑agent contract. Meanwhile, Reece Vitelli and Ryland Mosley are taking their talents to Sweden’s HockeyAllsvenskan, seeking new challenges abroad.

The Everett Silvertips will play their first ever Memorial Cup game tonight, facing the Chicoutimi Sagueneens in a matchup that pits a newly crowned WHL champion against a team returning after a 32‑year absence.

The Everett Silvertips clinched the Western Hockey League title with a 7-2 triumph over the Prince Albert Raiders, highlighted by Busch's three goals and Miettinen's MVP honors.

With the NHL Draft approaching, the Seattle Kraken are poised to break their recent pattern of selecting centers, eyeing Swedish forward Viggo Björck as a potential catalyst for a new direction.

16‑year‑old defenceman Brock Cripps shines with two points in the opening games of the WHL Championship, earning Rookie of the Week honors and boosting his 2027 NHL Draft prospects