Final projections released for NHL mock draft ahead of first round
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 11:39 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
As the NHL prepares for the first round of the draft on June 26, final predictions indicate a strong consensus around the top two picks. Experts highlight the uncertainty surrounding subsequent selections, with various teams expected to shift their strategies based on earlier choices. The outcome of the draft is anticipated to have significant implications for team rosters and future performances in the league.
- •Draft predictions published ahead of the NHL first round on June 26
- •Top two picks considered to be locked in by multiple sources
- •Teams may adjust their strategies based on early selections
- •Impact of the draft expected to affect team rosters significantly
- 12:21 PMESPN — NHL mock draft: Final predictions on the 2026 firs...
"Though the top two picks appear to be locked in, what happens after that? Here's the final projection before Friday's first round.
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