2026 NHL draft combine features new testing events in Buffalo
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 6:29 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The 2026 NHL draft combine is taking place in Buffalo from June 1 to June 6. The main events are scheduled for Thursday and Friday, showcasing physical testing and press conferences for around 85 draft-eligible prospects. This year introduces two new tests, alongside established ones like the bench press and pull-ups. The Toronto Maple Leafs hold the first overall pick for the upcoming draft, with Gavin McKenna and Ivar Stenberg projected as top selections. On-ice testing remains excluded due to equipment requirements for hockey players.
- •NHL combine is held in Buffalo from June 1 to June 6.
- •Main testing events are scheduled for Thursday and Friday.
- •Toronto Maple Leafs have the first overall pick in the draft.
- •Prospects include Gavin McKenna and Ivar Stenberg.
- •Testing includes physical assessments without on-ice drills.
- 6:29 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 NHL draft combine rundown: 2 new events added to the fold
"The 2026 NHL draft combine is underway, with the main events set for Thursday and Friday. This year’s combine will feature two new tests, alongside the standard tests conducted for several years.
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