Islanders select Malte Gustafsson and Lincoln Kuehne in 2026 NHL Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 6:22 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The New York Islanders made significant picks in the 2026 NHL Draft held on June 27. In the first round, they selected defenseman Malte Gustafsson with the 13th overall pick; he previously played in Sweden's top league and earned a gold medal at the 2026 IIHF Under-18 World Junior Championship. On Day 2, they chose defenseman Lincoln Kuehne in the fourth round at pick No. 109 out of Arizona State. Kuehne, while modestly productive, is recognized for his skating abilities. Additional picks from later rounds remain to be determined.
- •Islanders picked Malte Gustafsson 13th overall in the first round.
- •Gustafsson recorded three assists in Sweden's top league before the draft.
- •Lincoln Kuehne was selected 109th overall, known for his skating skills.
- •Additional picks for the Islanders in later rounds are still awaiting announcement.
- 6:22 PMYahoo Sports — Islanders 2026 NHL Draft: Every pick from Saturday's rounds
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