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Final 2026 NHL draft rankings: Projections for top prospects

Gavin McKenna is widely regarded as the top prize for the 2026 NHL Draft. While the first two picks appear locked in, analysts differ on the remaining first-round order. The draft is scheduled to begin this Friday.

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  1. 2026 NHL Draft Final Rankings and Projections

    Gavin McKenna is widely regarded as the top prize for the 2026 NHL Draft. While the first two picks appear locked in, analysts differ on the remaining first-round order. The draft is scheduled to begin this Friday.

    What's confirmed:

    • Gavin McKenna is ranked as the number one prospect for the 2026 NHL Draft.
    • The first round of the 2026 NHL Draft begins Friday.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The Broad Street Hockey Community Draft Board ranks Chase Reid third and Keaton Verhoeff fourth.
    confidence 90%