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”
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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”
2025 NHL DRAFT RECAP: WINNERS & LOSERS
This blog is a recap of the 2025 NHL Draft and the Winners & Losers of the Draft. Anaheim Ducks- B Roger McQueen C Brandon WHLEric Nilson C Djurgarden Jr. Sweden Jr.Lasse Boelius LHD Assat Jr. Finland Jr.Noah Read C London OHLDrew Schock LHD NTDP USHLElijah Neuenschwander G Fribourg Jr. Swiss Jr.Alexis Mathieu LHD Baie-ComeauContinue reading “2025 NHL DRAFT RECAP: WINNERS & LOSERS”
2025 NHL DRAFT: DRAFT STRATEGY & TEAM NEEDS
In this blog, i will be talking about NHL teams’ draft strategy and needs that they might use at the 2025 NHL Draft, and how it could change the fortunes of some franchises. I will not be going over teams that don’t have many picks this draf,t and therefore won’t be that much a factorContinue reading “2025 NHL DRAFT: DRAFT STRATEGY & TEAM NEEDS”
2025 NHL Mock Draft Round 2-3
In the last blog, I did a mock draft of Round 1 in the 2025 NHL, and it lays the foundations for the picks that will be made in rounds 2 and 3. In this blog, I will be doing a mock draft of Rounds 2 and 3 in the 2025 NHL Draft. Related: 2025Continue reading “2025 NHL Mock Draft Round 2-3”
2025 NHL DRAFT: MOCK DRAFT ROUND 1
The 2025 NHL Draft is shaping up to be an exciting one, with plenty of talent and intriguing team decisions. This is a mock draft of the 2025 NHL Draft, this blog will only be on Round 1. Related: Top 100 Prospects 1. New York Islanders- Matthew Schaefer (D)- Erie Otters (OHL) Matthew Schaefer isContinue reading “2025 NHL DRAFT: MOCK DRAFT ROUND 1”
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