MONTREAL -- The 2026 NHL Draft class is shaping up to be one of the most stylistically diverse in recent memory, headlined by playmakers, power forwards and modern two-way defenders whose games already echo some of the NHL's most recognizable stars.

In this week’s edition of our NHL draft lottery odds watch, we take a look at when each lottery team last made a top 10 selection in the NHL entry draft.

McKenna is the top prospect in the class of 2026 and will likely be the No. 1 overall pick. However, the worst record in the NHL doesn't always guarantee you the top selection. Vancouver, Chicago and Calgary currently have the three best odds to claim the No.

As if establishing nine team records wasn't proof enough, McKenna grew stronger on and off the ice to become one of college hockey's most dynamic players and a top 10 finalist for the Hobey Baker Award given to the best player in NCAA men's hockey.

With the 2025-26 NHL season nearing its end, ClutchPoints presents its fifth 2026 NHL Mock Draft of the season.

Valentini excelled as a 17-year-old freshman for Michigan this season with 26 points in 39 regular-season games.

Each NHL draft prospect faces a question about how they can improve. NCAA star Gavin McKenna and Sweden's Ivar Stenberg aren't exceptions.

With the benefit of hindsight, we make new selections for each spot in the first round.

Welcome to my very early first official ranking for the 2027 NHL Draft class. This initial top 25 (plus 25 honorable mentions) follows a few weeks of my first dedicated work on ne

The 2026 NHL Draft is quickly approaching, and with the junior and college seasons wrapping up, it’s becoming clear which of the North American prospects might be the best standouts up for selection.