Canucks draft Caleb Malhotra third and Adam Novotný 24th overall
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 4:01 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The Vancouver Canucks selected Caleb Malhotra third and Adam Novotný 24th in the first round of the 2026 NHL Entry Draft in Buffalo, New York. Canucks General Manager Ryan Johnson expressed confidence in both players, highlighting Malhotra's competitive edge and potential impact as a center. He described Novotný as a 'winner' whose skills and character fit the team's needs. The Canucks have additional picks, including the 33rd overall selection, and are expected to further strengthen their roster when the draft resumes.
- •Caleb Malhotra is expected to join Boston University for the 2026–27 season.
- •Adam Novotný was surprisingly available at 24th overall.
- •Vancouver holds eight more selections in the draft.
- •The draft took place on June 26, 2026, in Buffalo, New York.
- 4:01 AMYahoo Sports — Canucks GM Ryan Johnson Discusses Picking Caleb Malhotra & Adam Novotný In Round 1 Of The 2026 NHL Draft
"The Canucks selected Caleb Malhotra third-overall and Adam Novotný 24th-overall in the first round of the 2026 NHL Entry Draft.
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