NHL draft tracker: Scouting notes and team fits fo...

ESPN Saturday 27 June 2026, 00:00 UTC By Rachel Kryshak 1 min read

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The 2026 NHL draft is taking place on Friday (Round 1) and Saturday (Rounds 2-7) at KeyBank Center in Buffalo. This page will be your home for the entire event as each pick is added below, including scouting notes and team fit analysis for the first-rounders. More: Prospect rankings Needs for all 32 teams

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