https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/final-2026-nhl-draft-rankings-projections-for-top-prospectsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/final-2026-nhl-draft-rankings-projections-for-top-prospectshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/final-2026-nhl-draft-rankings-projections-for-top-prospects#u17176Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:36:25 +0000Gavin 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.