
CHL Announces 2026 Import Draft Order and New Eligibility Rules
The 2026 CHL Import Draft will be held on June 30, featuring a revised tiered eligibility system that reshapes how 16‑ and 20‑year‑old prospects are selected.
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The 2026 CHL Import Draft will be held on June 30, featuring a revised tiered eligibility system that reshapes how 16‑ and 20‑year‑old prospects are selected.

The 2026 NHL Draft saw an unprecedented 37 current WHL players and two alumni drafted, highlighting the league's growing influence on the sport.

The Wild added size and skill with the selections of Adam Andersson, Kayden Lemire, and Filip Ruzicka.

The Minnesota Wild selected just three players in the 2026 NHL Draft, the smallest class in franchise history. The picks — Adam Andersson, Kayden Lemire and Filip Ruzicka — address specific gaps as the team looks to stay competitive.

The 2026 NHL Draft showcased an unprecedented haul of Western Hockey League talent, highlighting the league’s continued role as a talent incubator.

The Wild added size, skill, and potential between the pipes in the latest draft, selecting Andersson in the third round, Lemire in the fourth, and Ruzicka in the fifth.