2026 NHL Mock Draft 3.0: Wheeler’s final predictions for the first 2 rounds
The 2026 NHL Draft is approaching with Gavin McKenna and Ivar Stenberg leading prospect rankings. Scott Wheeler has released final predictions for the first two rounds, projecting picks from the Maple Leafs at No. 1 through the Rangers at No. 64. Teams like the Sabres, Sharks, and Blues have acquired multiple high picks through trades.
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Scott Wheeler released final two-round projections and TSN updated its final rankings.
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2026 NHL Draft Projections and Prospect Rankings
confidence 80%The 2026 NHL Draft is approaching with Gavin McKenna and Ivar Stenberg leading prospect rankings. Scott Wheeler has released final predictions for the first two rounds, projecting picks from the Maple Leafs at No. 1 through the Rangers at No. 64. Teams like the Sabres, Sharks, and Blues have acquired multiple high picks through trades.
What's confirmed:
- Gavin McKenna is a potential No. 1 NHL draft pick.
- TSN's final draft ranking places Gavin McKenna above Ivar Stenberg.
Still unconfirmed:
- The Devils added a pick early in the second round.