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2026 NHL Draft Preview and Key Prospects
The 2026 NHL Entry Draft kicks off remotely as GMs dial in from home bases, hoping to smooth out last year’s glitches. Gavin McKenna remains the top projected pick, with Ivar Stenberg and Chase Reid hot on his heels. After McKenna, the next tier features Stenberg, Reid, and Caleb Malhotra among the top forwards, followed by a deep pool of elite defensemen. Wyatt Cullen and Malte Gustafsson are surging up draft boards after standout performances, while big Ethan Belchetz and undersized Viggo Björck could also hear their names called early. Follow every pick live with The Hockey Writers’…
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