Canucks Draft Big, Fast, and Tough

NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 28, 2026 · 2m

The Vancouver Canucks stunned the hockey world with their 2026 draft class—nine towering prospects, all 6-foot-0 or taller, including a 6-foot-7 center. They’re building a roster built for intimidation: big, fast, gritty, and skilled. Caleb Malhotra, the third overall pick, brings family legacy and leadership, while Adam Novotny surprised fans with his scoring punch. Brooks Rogowski, a polarizing but promising 6-foot-7 center, and European talents Niklas Aaram-Olsen and Yaroslav Bryzgalov add firepower and vision. Defenseman Samuel Eriksson completes the package with physicality and shutdown…