Draft Grades: Who Won and Who Lost

NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 28, 2026 · 1m

The 2026 NHL draft delivered wild swings: Sharks and Leafs nailed A+ picks with future-ready talent, Canucks added a star center with a coaching dad, Predators and Kraken earned solid A grades, while Lightning got a D for prioritizing now over building, Flyers a C for questionable picks, Senators a C-plus for intriguing but underwhelming choices, and mid-tier teams like Blue Jackets, Blackhawks, and Penguins landed mixed bags. This draft’s winners and losers will be revealed as these prospects grow — and some teams might be in for a rough ride ahead. Support the show:Get a discount at…