League: NHL Sport: Hockey Country: United States Category: Scores & Results

2026 NHL Draft set for June 26-27 in Buffalo, streaming details available

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 9:00 AM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

2026 NHL Draft set for June 26-27 in Buffalo, streaming details available

Summary

The 2026 NHL Draft will take place at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, N.Y., starting June 26 at 7 p.m. ET. The Toronto Maple Leafs hold the first overall pick. Coverage includes ESPN for Round 1 and NHL Network for Rounds 2-7. Live streaming options include fubo and the ESPN app. The draft will continue on June 27 at 11 a.m. ET, featuring selections from teams such as the San Jose Sharks and Boston Bruins.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Draft starts June 26 at 7 p.m. ET, continues June 27 at 11 a.m. ET.
•Toronto Maple Leafs have the first overall pick.
•Streaming available on fubo and ESPN app.
•Buffalo will host the event at KeyBank Center.
•ESPN will cover Round 1; NHL Network covers later rounds.

Latest Updates

10:00 PMYahoo Sports — How to watch the 2026 NHL Draft: Full first-round order, schedule, start time & TV channel
10:00 AMYahoo Sports — How to Watch NHL Draft 2026: Channel, Live Stream & Start Time for Each Round

What they're saying

"
The next generation of NHL stars will officially hear their names called Friday night as the 2026 NHL Draft gets underway from KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York. Round 1 of the NHL Draft begins Friday, June 26 at 7…
— Yahoo Sports