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sports8 days ago•5 min saved

Sharks secure No. 2 pick Stenberg on three-year rookie deal

San Jose signed 18-year-old forward Ivar Stenberg, the No. 2 pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, to a three-year entry-level contract after a breakout SHL season with Frolunda (33 points in 43 games), the most by an 18-year-old in SHL since the Sedin brothers. Stenberg just finished development camp and scored in the Prospect Scrimmage; he’ll join his first NHL training camp in September and may participate in the 2026 Rookie Faceoff. The Sharks continue their practice of housing young players with current or former Sharks to help them acclimate, with potential housing arranged through Alexander Wennberg.

via NHL.com|

#ivar-stenberg #nhl-draft-2026 #san-jose-sharks

sports12 days ago•21 min saved

Blackhawks Bet on Upside With Five-Pick 2026 Draft

The Chicago Blackhawks wrapped the 2026 NHL Draft with only five selections and no first-round pick, signaling a focus on upside with Xavier Villeneuve, Ryan Roobroeck, and Samu Alalauri. GM Kyle Davidson stressed Villeneuve’s ceiling despite questions about height, and the team hinted at staying active in trades while likely qualifying RFAs Kevin Korchinski, Ethan Del Mastro, and Drew Commesso. Development camp and ongoing depth evaluation loom as the Hawks weigh their next moves heading into the off-season.

via Bleacher Nation|

#alalauri #chicago-blackhawks #nhl-draft-2026

sports12 days ago•8 min saved

Ruck Twins Drafted by Penguins, Charting a Joint NHL Path

Twin brothers Liam and Markus Ruck were both drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2026 NHL Draft—Liam No. 22 overall in Round 1 and Markus No. 39 in Round 2—making them the first twins drafted by the same team since the Sedins in 1999. They plan to return to Medicine Hat for the 2026-27 season before joining UND in 2027, with Sidney Crosby welcoming them and the Penguins outlining development plans to boost their strength, skating, and on-ice smarts as they pursue a shared NHL path.

via Grand Forks Herald|

#medicine-hat-tigers #nhl-draft-2026 #pittsburgh-penguins

new-york-rangers-news12 days ago•11 min saved

Rangers pick Alberts Smits at No. 5, betting on a polished, two-way defenseman

The New York Rangers selected Alberts Smits with the No. 5 pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, citing his experience facing pros in Liiga and the DEL and his well-rounded two-way game as the key reasons. Scouts praised his size, mobility, and puck-moving ability, and Lilley said Smits fit best on their board among several top defensemen. Smits is expected to sign an entry-level contract and report to training camp in September, with the club aiming to develop him within a deep, young defense corps and determine his NHL readiness based on camp outcomes and roster moves.

via Forever Blueshirts|

#alberts-smits #defenseman #new-york-rangers

sports12 days ago•24 min saved

Sharks Chase Werenski as CBJ Trade Talks Heat Up, Highlighting Draft Talent Karmanov

The San Jose Sharks are among several teams pursuing Norris-winning defenseman Zach Werenski as Columbus Blue Jackets field trade calls; Werenski has two years left on a $9.583 million AAV deal and isn’t seeking an extension with Columbus, while CBJ wants NHL-ready assets. Amid the trade chatter, SJ also drafted towering defenseman Alexander Karmanov and fans react to the Sharks’ draft haul and ongoing trade discussions.

via San Jose Hockey Now|

#alexander-karmanov #columbus-blue-jackets #nhl-draft-2026

sports12 days ago•8 min saved

2026 NHL Draft: Leaguewide Team-by-Team Picks and Grades Rundown

An exhaustive team-by-team rundown of the 2026 NHL Draft, listing every pick and Bleacher Report’s Adam Herman grades for each team, from first-round stars to later-round selections, with San Jose highlighted for its top picks and overall A+ grade.

via Bleacher Report|

#bleacher-report #grades #hockey

sports12 days ago•9 min saved

Penguins Stay Quiet, Land Key Picks as Trade Talk Heats Up

Day 2 of the NHL Draft featured the Pittsburgh Penguins not pulling off a blockbuster trade, instead drafting Markus Ruck (joining his twin Liam), Tomas Galvas, Pierce Mbuyi, Park Von Richter, and Matvei Nikonovich while GM Kyle Dubas and VP Wes Clark weigh the results. Across the league, big-name trade rumors swirled around players like Zach Werenski and others, as teams reassess after the draft and goaltending moves continue to be debated.

via Pittsburgh Hockey Now|

#kyle-dubas #nhl-draft-2026 #nhl-trade-rumors

sports12 days ago•9 min saved

Sharks plot a two-track rebuild after bold 2026 NHL Draft

After a whirlwind first round of the 2026 NHL Draft, Sharks GM Mike Grier is pursuing a two-track plan: immediate improvement with a stronger forward core and top-pair defenseman, and long-term growth via three first-round picks and a deep farm system. Goaltending looks solid (Askarov/Nedeljkovic), but the forward group needs size and finish, and the blueline requires a premium defender; realistic routes include adding a veteran winger (e.g., Rakell or Marchment) and pursuing a top defenseman through trades or in-season moves, while developing young players like Stenberg, Verhoeff, Lin, Gustafson and Karmanov.

via NBC Sports Bay Area & California|

#defense #free-agency #mike-grier

sports12 days ago•4 min saved

Flyers Unveil 2026 Development Camp Lineup and Schedule

The Philadelphia Flyers announced a 41-player roster for the 2026 Development Camp, set for June 29–July 3 at the Flyers Training Center in Voorhees, NJ. Players will be split into three on-ice groups and two teams (Team Briere and Team Jones), with a July 2 scrimmage and a July 3 three-on-three tournament. All on-ice sessions are free and open to the public, and six draftees from the 2026 NHL Draft will attend, including Maksim Sokolovskii (27th overall). An autograph session at The Franklin Institute is planned for July 1, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. with fans encouraged to arrive early for activations.

via NHL.com|

#development-camp #maksim-sokolovskii #nhl-draft-2026

sports12 days ago•15 min saved

Penguins Build a Six-Player Fresh Start in 2026 Draft Class

The Pittsburgh Penguins drafted six prospects at the 2026 NHL Draft in Buffalo—a mix of three forwards, two defensemen and one goalie—headlined by first-rounder Liam Ruck and his twin Markus, with Tomas Galvas, Pierce Mbuyi, Parker Von Richter and Matvei Nikonovich rounding out the class; the group will begin development at the Penguin Prospect Camp June 29–July 3 as they begin their NHL journeys under Kyle Dubas and Wes Clark.

via NHL.com|

#liam-ruck #markus-ruck #nhl-draft-2026

sports12 days ago•11 min saved

Rangers land Dorofeyev from Vegas on draft-night splash

The New York Rangers swung a draft-night blockbuster, sending three picks (including two first-rounders) and a conditional 2028 first to Vegas for winger Pavel Dorofeyev, then signing him to a seven-year, $11 million AAV extension through 2032-33. Dorofeyev, who led Vegas with 35 and 37 goals in the last two seasons and added 12 goals in 22 playoff games, is viewed as an instant offensive upgrade and a strong two-way contributor who should boost New York’s top six and its power play. The move leaves Vegas cap-relief and a more modest package, and while the Rangers paid a premium, Dorofeyev’s fit with their timeline and upside earned an optimistic A grade, with some risk if the production doesn’t translate fully without Vegas’ setup.}

via Forever Blueshirts|

#new-york-rangers #nhl-draft-2026 #pavel-dorofeyev

sports13 days ago•7 min saved

Panthers Stockpile Six Prospects in 2026 NHL Draft

Florida Panthers selected six players at the 2026 NHL Draft in Buffalo: Simas Ignatavicius (Forward, Genève-Servette HC, Round 2, 40th), Ryder Cali (Forward, North Bay Battalion, Round 2, 48th), Jonas Kemps (Defenseman, Chicago Steel, Round 4, 98th), Vilho Vanhatalo (Forward, Tappara Tampere, Round 6, 168th), Cole Zurawski (Forward, Owen Sound Attack, Round 6, 181st), and Louis-Antoine Denault (Goaltender, Newfoundland Regiment, Round 7, 217th). Panthers GM Bill Zito said the class fits the team’s mold and should plug in with the roster, with four forwards, one defenseman and one goalie selected, plus notes on NCAA commitments and development camp history.

via NHL.com|

#florida-panthers #nhl-draft-2026 #panthers-prospects

sports13 days ago•20 min saved

Bruins Build a Seven-Prospect 2026 NHL Draft Class

The Boston Bruins unveiled seven selections at the 2026 NHL Draft in Buffalo (Ivanov; Bartholdsson; Kotkov; Olsson; Vandeven; Henriquez; McCrate), backed by trades that brought Peterka and Ivan Ivan, with Development Camp set to follow.

via NHL.com|

#boston-bruins #hockey #international-players

sports13 days ago•30 min saved

Draft Day Gold: Elite Prospects Grades 2026 NHL Draft by Team

Elite Prospects grades all 32 NHL teams on their 2026 draft, judging each club by overall value added relative to draft capital and upside. Standouts include San Jose and Seattle with A+ grades, Toronto with an A+, Nashville with an A, and Vancouver with an A+, while Anaheim (B+), Florida (B), and Washington (C+) show more mixed results. The article highlights day-two strategies, risk-reward swings, and how picks fit each team's identity, concluding that several franchises added NHL-worthy prospects despite limited top picks.

via Elite Prospects|

#draft-grades #elite-prospects #nhl-draft-2026

sports13 days ago•12 min saved

Rangers land Dorofeyev in draft-day blockbuster to fuel retool

Rangers pull off a draft-day blockbuster, sending No. 26 and No. 92 picks plus a conditional 2028 first-rounder to Vegas for Pavel Dorofeyev, then signing him to a seven-year, $77 million deal that makes him the Rangers’ top-paid forward outside Shesterkin. Dorofeyev, who had 37 goals last season and 12 playoff goals, is poised to anchor a new-look top line with Mika Zibanejad and either Lafrenière or Perreault, and could influence Vincent Trocheck’s future as New York retools. With eight picks remaining and free agency approaching, more moves could follow.

via Forever Blueshirts|

#new-york-rangers #nhl-draft-2026 #pavel-dorofeyev