Carolina Hurricanes draft class features six new players in 2026 NHL Draft

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 7:53 AM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes draft class features six new players in 2026 NHL Draft
Summary

The 2026 NHL Entry Draft concluded on June 27 in Buffalo, N.Y., with the Carolina Hurricanes selecting six players. The team entered the draft with four picks but expanded that to seven through trades. Among the notable selections are 6'4" defenseman William Hakansson and Swedish forward Wiggo Sorensson, who became the first player from Sweden’s fourth-tier league to be drafted. Other picks include Canadian forward Zach Lansard and American goaltender Ryder Fetterolf, who was named CHL goaltender of the year. Following this draft, the Hurricanes aim to integrate these young players into their roster for the upcoming season.

Source Links
By the Numbers
  • William Hakansson selected in Round Two, 51st overall.
  • Wiggo Sorensson became first fourth-tier Swedish player drafted.
  • Zach Lansard picked in Round Three, 68th overall.
  • Ryder Fetterolf named CHL goaltender of the year.
  • Draft took place on June 27 in Buffalo, N.Y.
Latest Updates
  • 7:53 AMYahoo SportsWho Are They? A Closer Look at the Carolina Hurricanes 2026 Draft Class
What they're saying
"

The 2026 NHL Entry Draft has officially wrapped up, and the Carolina Hurricanes made something great out of what was […]

Related Teams & Leagues

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days