The 2026 NHL Draft is here and there is plenty to watch as the day unfolds before the picks begin rolling in this evening.
Follow along with our live blog to stay on top of the latest rumours and reports, and to read up on analysis of any trades that occur. And stay tuned in during the draft for details on every one of the 32 picks that will be made in Round 1.
We also have our draft tracker, which will show you the picks each team makes as they roll in.
Also be sure to watch the draft on Sportsnet and Sportsnet+ beginning at 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT.
- Watch the 2026 NHL Draft on Sportsnet
The Toronto Maple Leafs hold the No. 1 pick as the next group of NHL stars gets set to enter the league. Live NHL Draft coverage begins with the first round on Friday followed by Rounds 2-7 on Saturday. Catch it all on Sportsnet and Sportsnet+.
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