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2026 NHL Mock Draft: Final first-round projections and prospect analysis

Kyle Cushman

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Summary

A final 2026 NHL mock draft projecting all 32 first-round picks, with analysis of top prospects including Gavin McKenna (presumed No. 1), Ivar Stenberg, Caleb Malhotra, Chase Reid, and others. The article provides scouting breakdowns on each player's strengths, weaknesses, size, and potential NHL fit, along with team-specific context for each selection.

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bsky2026 NHL Mock Draft: Final first-round projections and prospect analysisthescore.com

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McKenna is an imperfect player. He's also the most talented player in the draft thanks to his exceptional skill and offensive wizardry.

Stenberg is a perfect fit alongside Macklin Celebrini with his competitiveness and offensive skill.

Raised in the Cayman Islands playing roller hockey, Cover is the draft's most unique story. He's only played ice hockey for five seasons!

Carels produced at the highest rate among draft-eligible WHL defensemen since Scott Niedermayer in 1990-91.

Don't overthink it: Take the prospect with the most game-deciding ability.

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It's nearly time.The 2026 NHL Draft gets underway Friday at 7 p.m. ET (on ESPN/ESPN+ in the U.S. and Sportsnet/TVA in Canada). Rounds 2-7 will take place Saturday beginning at 11 a.m. ET.Gavin McKenna is the presumptive favorite to go No. 1 but certainly

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