Three Michigan players selected in 2026 NHL Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 9:27 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
During the 2026 NHL Draft held in Buffalo, New York, three Michigan Hockey players were selected. J.P. Hurlbert, an incoming freshman, was picked 23rd overall by the Detroit Red Wings. Adam Valentini was taken in the third round at 96th overall by the Utah Mammoth, while Noah Kosick was selected in the sixth round at 192nd overall by the Anaheim Ducks. Hurlbert had a standout season in the WHL, scoring 42 goals and registering 97 points. Valentini, known for his tenacity, accumulated 27 points for Michigan last season. Kosick is expected to join Michigan for the 2027-28 season after previous stints with WHL teams.
- •J.P. Hurlbert picked 23rd overall by Detroit Red Wings.
- •Adam Valentini selected 96th overall by Utah Mammoth.
- •Noah Kosick chosen 192nd overall by Anaheim Ducks.
- •Hurlbert recorded 42 goals and 97 points in WHL last season.
- •Valentini had 27 points last season, displaying strong forechecking.
- 9:27 PMYahoo Sports — 3 Michigan Hockey players selected during 2026 NHL Draft
"Michigan Hockey maintained its pipeline to the pros with 3 Wolverines hearing their names called during the 2026 NHL Draft, including a first-rounder by the Detroit Red Wings:
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