2026 NHL Draft News & Stories
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Dec 19th, 16:21World Juniors 2026
Meet the Team: Canada's roster for the 2026 World Juniors
In the two World Juniors since the back-to-backs of 2022 and 2023, Team Canada has bowed out twice in the quarter-finals. Can they return to their winning ways in 2026?
Dec 16th, 18:012026 NHL DraftTop prospect Tynan Lawrence is making up for lost time in NHL draft season
After a delayed start to his NHL draft season, Tynan Lawrence is back playing with the Muskegon Lumberjacks.
Dec 15th, 18:022026 NHL DraftHow top 2026 NHL Draft-eligible prospects performed at the 2025 World Junior A Challenge
The World Junior A Challenge offers a unique opportunity for NHL draft scouting, and David St-Louis breaks down how notable 2026 draft-eligibles played at last week's tournament.
Dec 13th, 18:182026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Keaton Verhoeff’s special toolkit should receive first overall consideration
Sebastian High breaks down the special qualities in Keaton Verhoeff's game, as one of the top defence prospects for the 2026 NHL Draft.
Dec 13th, 14:56NHLHow Buium, Rossi, and Öhgren impact Canucks' future after Quinn Hughes trade
David St-Louis breaks down the Canucks' big return for Quinn Hughes, as the rebuild begins in Vancouver.
Dec 12th, 19:21NHL Prospect ReportQMJHL Stock Watch: Maddox Dagenais' improving work rate is bolstering his draft value
Maddox Dagenais, Caleb Desnoyers, Maxim Massé, and more feature in this month's QMJHL Stock Watch.
