2026 NHL Draft News & Stories
Insights, analysis, and news about 2026 NHL Draft from the Elite Prospects editorial team. Stay updated with expert coverage on 2026 NHL Draft, including key stories and in-depth articles.
Thu, 15:402026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Daxon Rudolph could become the NHL's next great offensive defenceman
Why the Prince Albert Raiders defenceman is one of the most intriguing talents available for the 2026 NHL Draft.
Wed, 15:012026 NHL DraftFilm Room: 'Mad scientist' Roberto Henriquez is a goalie worth betting on at NHL Draft
Why the re-entry netminder is one of the best and most intriguing talents available to NHL teams for the second year in a row.
Mon, 16:372026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Why Caleb Malhotra is the 2026 NHL Draft's best, most complete centre
The OHL rookie's meteoric rise this season has been well documented; now, he's poised for a top-five selection at the draft.
Sat, 14:092026 NHL DraftNHL Combine Notebook: How do prospects prepare for absurd interviews?
At the NHL combine interviews can border the absurd, as a player and agent, how do you prepare for it?
Jun 4th, 12:262026 NHL DraftCam's Consensus: The Final 2026 Scout Poll
Ten scouts from ten different NHL teams submitted their rankings to build Cam Robinson's consensus 2026 NHL Draft ranking.
Jun 2nd, 15:582026 NHL DraftTommy Bleyl's high-powered offence has him ready to realize NHL Draft dream
Russ Cohen shares an exclusive interview with Moncton Wildcats defenceman Tommy Bleyl on Elite Prospects.
May 27th, 15:512026 NHL DraftFilm Room: How Carson Carels could become a top-pairing defenceman in the NHL
Here's why the Cougars defenceman is one of the best blueliners available at the draft.
May 15th, 16:342026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Vladimir Proskurin's talents may make him the 2026 NHL Draft's hidden gem
Learn why the Russian netminder could be the steal of the 2026 NHL Draft – if he gets selected.
May 15th, 15:172026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Oliver Suvanto's physical skills, two-way maturity make him a high-certainty NHLer
Why the Finnish forward will be one of the first centres picked at the 2026 NHL Draft.
May 13th, 15:222026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Viggo Björck's hockey sense is worth betting on at the 2026 NHL Draft
Why the Swedish centre could become the next undersized forward to beat the odds in the NHL.
May 12th, 15:032026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Juho Piiparinen's well-roundedness makes him the most promising Finnish defenceman in years
Learn more about the Finnish defender's do-it-all game.
May 11th, 14:542026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Dmitri Borichev's physical gifts could make him an elite NHL goaltender
Could the Russian netminder be the first goaltender picked at the 2026 NHL Draft?
May 8th, 17:072026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Why Wyatt Cullen has entered top-ten pick conversations
The NTDP forward has quickly become the draft's most interesting player.
May 8th, 14:562026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Tobiáš Trejbal's well-rounded tools could make him an NHL starter
Learn what makes the 6-foot-4 netminder a top prospect for the 2026 NHL Draft.
May 7th, 17:402026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Alexander Command's special motor makes him a potential NHL play-driver
Behind the Swedish centre's fast rise during his NHL draft season.
May 7th, 04:492026 NHL Draft
Elite Prospects' post-lottery 2026 NHL mock draft
The 2026 NHL Draft lottery brought chaos and change. Here's how the top-half of the first round could play out in June.
May 5th, 21:382026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Why NHL teams will love Gleb Pugachyov's heavy physical game
Why the 6-foot-3 forward will be a coveted target at this year's NHL draft.
May 4th, 18:132026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Why Simas Ignatavičius will become Lithuania's third-ever NHL draft pick
The detailed, relentless 6-foot-3 forward has a game built for the playoffs.
May 4th, 17:07U.S. National U18 TeamAfter one gold medal in the last eight U18s, where does USA Hockey go now?
USA's dominance at the U18 World Championships appears to be over. What happens now?
May 1st, 12:142026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Jaxon Cover could go from 'roller hockey phenom' to top-six NHL forward
Jaxon Cover only made the full-time transition to ice hockey a few seasons ago, and now he looks poised for an NHL career.
Apr 29th, 15:542026 NHL DraftFilm Room: How Ryan Lin's refined defensive details will help him beat the odds in the NHL
Breaking down the Vancouver Giants defenceman's game and long term projection.
Apr 28th, 16:442026 NHL DraftFilm Room: How rookie Nikita Klepov won the OHL scoring title in his NHL draft year
The Saginaw Spirit forward burst onto the OHL scene and had a season to remember.
Apr 27th, 14:482026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Why Alberts Šmits will be a unique top-ten pick at the 2026 NHL Draft
Taking an unconventional path during his NHL draft year saw the Latvian emerge as one of the best defenders in the class.
Apr 24th, 15:552026 NHL DraftFilm Room: How Ryan Roobroeck could leverage his skills to become a top NHL prospect again
After a difficult season, can the once-projected first-rounder find his game again?
Apr 23rd, 17:122026 NHL DraftFilm Room: How Adam Novotný’s superior physical skills power his versatile offensive game
Here's what makes Adam Novotný one of the 2026 NHL Draft's most complete players.
Apr 22nd, 16:502026 NHL DraftFilm Room: How Lars Steiner's motor and physical skills could win him an NHL role
Here's how the Swiss scorer could leverage his physical tools and scoring skill to become an impact NHLer.
Apr 21st, 16:052026 NHL DraftElite Prospects April top-100 2026 NHL Draft Ranking
The penultimate Elite Prospects 2026 NHL Draft ranking here, and there have been significant changes since our last ranking back in January.
Apr 20th, 16:102026 NHL Draft2026 NHL Draft prospects with the most to prove at the IIHF U18 World Championship
The 2026 NHL Draft season came and went, and we're back in Slovakia where top draft-eligibles get one final chance to show scouts what they've got.
Apr 20th, 01:492026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Ivar Stenberg's elite hockey sense could make him a top-line NHL forward
Could the star winger become the third Swedish player drafted first overall in the NHL Draft?
Apr 16th, 14:522026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Maddox Dagenais’ resurgence has made him the 2026 NHL Draft’s fastest riser
Hadi Kalakeche breaks down the tape on Maddox Dagenais' meteoric rise in NHL Draft rankings..jpg)
Apr 15th, 16:182026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Ilia Morozov's advanced two-way game could make him the surprise of the 2026 NHL Draft
Breaking down Ilia Morozov's forechecking skills, shutdown centre skills, and budding offensive game.
Apr 15th, 13:14U18 NationellDouglas Johnsson, Wiggo Sörensson shine in Sweden's U18 Playoffs
The 2026 Sweden U18 playoffs brought drama, standout performances, and Växjö Lakers’ first-ever gold. This is a look at the skaters who defined the postseason.
Apr 14th, 15:342026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Elton Hermansson's playmaking skill makes for an intriguing first round bet
Lassi Alanen breaks down the tape on one of Sweden's more intriguing options for the 2026 NHL Draft.
Apr 13th, 15:502026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Why Gavin McKenna should go first overall in the 2026 NHL Draft
It's been a tumultuous season for Gavin McKenna, but he's still the top prospect available for 2026.
Apr 11th, 13:03NHL Prospect ReportGoalies Stock Watch: Boettiger, Tu, Hicks finishing seasons strong
One last look at how netminders are performing around the world this season as the playoffs are underway.
Apr 10th, 16:112026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Malte Gustafsson’s shutdown qualities place him among Europe’s top defence prospects
Janik Beichler takes a look at one of the top 2026 NHL Draft-eligible European defencemen.
Apr 9th, 16:162026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Why Ethan Belchetz's special skill set makes him a top 2026 NHL Draft prospect
In this scouting report, we look at Ethan Belchetz's high-end net-front game, emerging playmaking, and power forward potential.
Apr 7th, 16:542026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Nikita Shcherbakov's size and mobility combo makes him an intriguing prospect
Dylan Griffing hits the film room to break down one of the more exciting Russian prospects for this year's draft.
Apr 7th, 15:562026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Why Marcus Nordmark is one of the 2026 NHL Draft's more polarizing prospects
Lassi Alanen hits the Film Room to break down one of the 2026 NHL Draft's more enigmatic prospects.
Apr 6th, 15:472026 NHL DraftFilm Room: Yegor Shilov’s cerebral game could make him a star
Hadi Kalakeche breaks down the film on one of the 2026 NHL Draft's highest-upside centres.
Mar 31st, 10:002026 NHL DraftPlante brothers will reunite at Minnesota-Duluth next season: 'It's always been a dream'
Everything will come full circle for the Plante family, and brothers Zam, Max, and Victor, next season at Minnesota-Duluth.
Mar 20th, 16:212026 NHL Draft2026 NHL Draft prospects Will Manchuso, Neilan Johnson shine in NEPSAC Elite 8 playoffs
NHL Draft prospects and NCAA commits hit the ice for New England's prep school postseason.
