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DEVELOPMENT PATH DISRUPTION: NCAA VS TRADITIONAL LEAGUES

Several top prospects are opting for NCAA programs over traditional junior leagues, raising questions about game volume, competition level, and long-term development impact.Let’s unpack the Development Path Disruption theme in the 2026 NHL Draft—it’s one of the most fascinating shifts in recent years, and it’s reshaping how scouts evaluate upside, readiness, and risk. Related: THEContinue reading “DEVELOPMENT PATH DISRUPTION: NCAA VS TRADITIONAL LEAGUES”

VIGGO BJORCK: Sweden’s Scoring Sensation

Viggo Björck is quickly emerging as one of the most electrifying prospects for the 2026 NHL Draft. He’s a cerebral, high-IQ forward who blends elite playmaking with a scorer’s instinct.Let’s breakdown what makes him one of the most compelling prospects in the draft. Related: WHY GAVIN McKENNA IS ALREADY THE CONSENSUS NO.1 PICK IN 2026Continue reading “VIGGO BJORCK: Sweden’s Scoring Sensation”

THE SIZE VS SKILL DEBATE: 2026 EDITION

The size vs skill debate in NHL prospect evaluation is as old as the draft itself—but it’s never been more nuanced than it is today. With the game evolving toward speed, creativity, and positional fluidity, scouts and GMs are constantly weighing the trade-offs between physical dominance and finesse. In my previous blog, I wrote aboutContinue reading “THE SIZE VS SKILL DEBATE: 2026 EDITION”

PREDICTING AND ANALYZING WHERE GAVIN MCKENNA WILL LAND

Gavin McKenna isn’t just the top prospect and consensus no.1 pick in 2026; he’s hyped as a potential franchise player and reset bottom, that would turn the fortunes around for a long-suffering franchise. Let’s see which team is the best fit for Gavin McKenna and what teams could surprisingly land him with lottery luck. Related:Continue reading “PREDICTING AND ANALYZING WHERE GAVIN MCKENNA WILL LAND”

Sleeper Picks in 2026 NHL Draft

While Gavin McKenna is the undisputed headliner of the 2026 NHL Draft class, there are many intriguing sleeper picks who could rise through the ranks and deliver outstanding value for where they are drafted. Related: BEST FORWARD PROSPECTS AFTER GAVIN McKENNA IN 2026 Ryan Lin (D)- Vancouver (WHL) Listed at just 5’11” and 176lbs, LinContinue reading “Sleeper Picks in 2026 NHL Draft”

2026 PROSPECTS TO WATCH AT HLINKA GRETZKY CUP

Here are some of 2026 DRAFT PROSPECTS to watch at the 2025 Hlinka Gretzky Cup. Notable absences include Gavin McKenna, Viggo Bjorck, Ivar Stenberg, and Adam Novotny. Keaton Verhoeff- D- CAN A towering, mobile defenseman (6’4″, 212 lbs) with elite two-way instincts. He posted 45 points in the WHL and captains Canada this year. VerhoeffContinue reading “2026 PROSPECTS TO WATCH AT HLINKA GRETZKY CUP”

BEST GOALIE PROSPECTS IN 2026 NHL DRAFT

In the previous blog, I wrote about the top defenseman in the 2026 NHL Draft. This blog will be on the top goaltenders in the 2026 NHL Draft, and which one might potentially go in the first round. Related: Best Defensive Prospects in 2026 NHL Draft HARRISON BOETTINGER- KELOWNA ROCKETS (WHL) Harrison Boettiger is oneContinue reading “BEST GOALIE PROSPECTS IN 2026 NHL DRAFT”

BEST DEFENSIVE PROSPECTS IN 2026 NHL DRAFT

In the last blog, I wrote about the best forward prospects after Gavin McKenna in the 2026 NHL Draft. In this blog, I will be focusing in on the Best Defenseman available in 2026. The 2026 draft pool is shaping up to be deep and dynamic, with several standout blueliners drawing early comparisons to eliteContinue reading “BEST DEFENSIVE PROSPECTS IN 2026 NHL DRAFT”

BEST FORWARD PROSPECTS AFTER GAVIN McKENNA IN 2026

After Gavin McKenna—who’s widely projected as the top pick in the 2026 NHL Draft—the next tier of elite prospects is shaping up to be a fascinating mix of size, skill, and international flair.Here is a look at the best forward prospects, who could go after Gavin McKenna. Related: WHY GAVIN McKENNA IS ALREADY THE CONSENSUSContinue reading “BEST FORWARD PROSPECTS AFTER GAVIN McKENNA IN 2026”

WHY GAVIN McKENNA IS ALREADY THE CONSENSUS NO.1 PICK IN 2026

Gavin McKenna has earned consensus No. 1 status for the 2026 NHL Draft because he’s not just dominant—he’s redefining what dominance looks like at his age. Listed at 6’0 and weighing 165 pounds, the Canadian born Left Winger, who played for the Medicine Hat Tigers in 2024-25 and played for Canada in various international tournaments.Continue reading “WHY GAVIN McKENNA IS ALREADY THE CONSENSUS NO.1 PICK IN 2026”