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Canadiens Draft Big Power Forward Pugachyov
Montreal Canadiens snagged big-bodied power forward Gleb Pugachyov at 26 in the 2026 NHL Draft—six-foot-three, 198 pounds, with a heavy shot and relentless energy. He flashed offense in the KHL and MHL, scoring 24 points in 33 games, and while still a project, his size and physicality offer a high floor and ceiling. Contracted in Russia until 2027-28, he’s primed for AHL or NHL duty after more development—and exactly what the Canadiens needed up front. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level…
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