Oliver Suvanto drafted 18th overall by Capitals at 2026 NHL Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 2:27 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The Washington Capitals selected Oliver Suvanto with the 18th overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft held on June 26. This marks the first time in 20 years that the Capitals have drafted a Finnish player. Suvanto, a center noted for his two-way play, had a positive interview with the Capitals at the NHL Combine. He aims to emulate Aleksander Barkov in his playing style while expressing excitement about representing Finland and joining the Capitals. Suvanto plans to focus on enhancing his offensive skills as he develops in the coming years.
- •Suvanto is compared to Aleksander Barkov for his playing style.
- •He has emphasized improving strength and offensive skills.
- •Suvanto enjoyed a successful stint in Liiga before the NHL Draft.
- •He idolizes Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin.
- •The Capitals last drafted a Finnish player two decades ago.
- 4:05 AMYahoo Sports — Capitals Select Oliver Suvanto 18th Overall in the 2026 NHL Draft
- 2:27 AMYahoo Sports — Oliver Suvanto, Whose Comparable Is Aleksander Barkov, Looking To Bring Two-Way Play & Strength To Capitals: 'Big Guy Need Muscles'
"The Washington Capitals selected Finnish center Oliver Suvanto with the No. 18 pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. The team […]
"The Capitals took Oliver Suvanto No. 18 overall in the 2026 NHL Draft.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 27, 2026, 4:05 AMCapitals Select Oliver Suvanto 18th Overall in the 2026 NHL Draft
The Washington Capitals selected Finnish center Oliver Suvanto with the No. 18 pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. The team […]
- Yahoo SportsJun 27, 2026, 2:27 AMOliver Suvanto, Whose Comparable Is Aleksander Barkov, Looking To Bring Two-Way Play & Strength To Capitals: 'Big Guy Need Muscles'
The Capitals took Oliver Suvanto No. 18 overall in the 2026 NHL Draft.
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