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Buffalo's 2026 Development Camp roster shines with Rudolph and Morozov leading 28 prospects
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Buffalo's 2026 Development Camp roster shines with Rudolph and Morozov leading 28 prospects

Buffalo Sabres’ 2026 Development Camp features 28 prospects on the ice at LECOM Harborcenter this week, with free on-ice sessions Monday–Thursday. Highlighting the group are first‑round picks Daxon Rudolph and Ilia Morozov, as Buffalo prospect talent from NCAA, USHL, QMJHL and beyond converges to develop ahead of the 2026–27 season, including invites and players from the rest of Buffalo’s 2026 draft class.

Sabres Roll the Dice on Daxon Rudolph with No. 4 Pick in 2026 NHL Draft
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Sabres Roll the Dice on Daxon Rudolph with No. 4 Pick in 2026 NHL Draft

The Buffalo Sabres selected defenseman Daxon Rudolph, an 18-year-old right-shot defender from Lacombe, Alberta, with the fourth overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. Rudolph starred for the WHL’s Prince Albert Raiders (68 games: 28 goals, 50 assists, 78 points; 27 playoff points) and previously won gold at the 2025 U18 World Championship and bronze at the 2025 Hlinka Gretzky Cup. Ranking: fifth among North American skaters in NHL Central Scouting’s final list, Rudolph will begin his college career at the University of Denver this fall. The Sabres also drafted forward Ilia Morozov with the 20th pick later that night.

Sharks Bet on Elite D: Stenberg at No. 2, Rudolph in Reach at No. 9
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Sharks Bet on Elite D: Stenberg at No. 2, Rudolph in Reach at No. 9

With three first-round picks in the 2026 Draft, the Sharks are prioritizing defense. Insiders say Ivar Stenberg is a near-lock to go No. 2 and Daxon Rudolph is the top target for No. 9, though Keaton Verhoeff could slip into play if the top D prospects go early. Other ranked defensemen in consideration include Gavin McKenna, Chase Reid, Caleb Malhotra, Carson Carels, and Alberts Smits. San Jose could stay at No. 9 or maneuver up using 2 and 27 (plus future picks) since elite defensemen are scarce on the market.