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Rangers prepare for crucial NHL Draft with seven top-100 picks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 12:05 PM

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Rangers prepare for crucial NHL Draft with seven top-100 picks

Summary

The New York Rangers enter the 2026 NHL Draft with seven selections in the first 100 picks, including the fifth and 26th overall. General manager Chris Drury aims to address significant offensive gaps following a season where the team ranked low in scoring efficiency. The draft presents an opportunity to build on the current young core and find talent that can contribute next season. The Rangers will focus on acquiring playmaking forwards while avoiding pure defensive picks. The draft is set for June 26.

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By the Numbers

•Rangers hold the fifth and 26th picks after a Canadiens' series win.
•Team ranked 27th in expected Goals For/60, highlighting offensive struggles.
•Chris Drury seeks NHL-ready players to support current young talent.
•Top prospects likely off the board include Gavin McKenna and Ivar Stenberg.
•Draft scheduled for June 26, presenting a pivotal moment for the franchise.

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12:05 PMYahoo Sports — Rangers 2026 NHL Draft: 7 Crucial Picks in the Top 100

What they're saying

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The New York Rangers 2026 NHL Draft presents general mansger Chris Drury with seven picks in the first 100 selections and a franchise that desperately needs to score goals. The clock starts now. The month of June for the National Hockey League is filled with new beginnings and unforgettable endings. Come June 26th, a new …
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