2026 NHL draft updates: 7-round, 32-team pick tracker - ESPN
The 2026 NHL draft took place on June 26 and 27 at KeyBank Center in Buffalo.
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These Osoyoos twins were both drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins. Their parents say it's all about passion
The Ruck twins can't stave off their massive grins as they hang up the phone.
Maple Leafs sign No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna to 3-year, entry-level deal
The Toronto Maple Leafs signed forward Gavin McKenna to a three-year, entry-level contract, the club announced Friday.
Sources: Blackhawks to sign Bowen Byram to 6-year, $75M extension - ESPN
The Chicago Blackhawks are signing defenseman Bowen Byram to a six-year, $75 million contract extension, sources told ESPN.
7-foot-1 Alexander Karmanov tallest player drafted in NHL - ESPN
A seventh-round pick in the NHL draft is traditionally a small deal. But on Saturday, the San Jose Sharks changed that, making a big decision by selecting 7-foot-1 defenseman Alexander Karmanov. The 18-year-old became the tallest player ever drafted.
Maple Leafs trade defenceman Brandon Carlo to Blues for pair of 3rd-round picks
The Toronto Maple Leafs dealt defenceman Brandon Carlo to the St. Louis Blues for a pair of third-round picks at the 2026 NHL draft on Saturday in Buffalo.
Yukon fans celebrate hometown star Gavin McKenna's draft to the Maple Leafs
For Yukon hockey fans, it was arguably the event of the year.
Leafs trade D Brandon Carlo to the Blues for two 3rd-round picks - ESPN
The Toronto Maple Leafs traded veteran defenseman Brandon Carlo to the St. Louis Blues on Saturday, as new GM John Chayka continues to aggressively reconfigure their roster.