PWHL introduces 2026 Draft Class
People had long said the 2026 PWHL Draft would be a special one and the first-round selections should prove that out—this is a class filled with elite competitors, proven winners and unforgettable personalities. Whether they arrive as Olympic champions, NCAA title winners or rising international stars (sometimes two out of three), each of these players brings a unique story to the league. Scroll through the profiles, in order of their selection below to learn more about these high-profile new members of the PWHL, from where they grew up and how they play to accomplishments and fun facts that help make … Continue reading
Recap of 2026 NHL Entry Draft
NOTES FROM THE 2026 UPPER DECK NHL DRAFT A total of 223 players born in 16 countries and from 30 leagues were selected in the 2026 Upper Deck NHL Draft, which concluded Saturday at KeyBank Center in Buffalo. * Day 1 #NHLStats Live Updates * Day 1 Recap * Day 2 #NHLStats Live Updates QUICK HITS ON THE 2026 UPPER DECK NHL DRAFT * A total of 97 players born outside North America were selected, which ranks second over the past 22 drafts behind 2024 (99). * A total of 58 U.S.-born players were selected, tied with 2019 for the most over the … Continue reading
Carlson rights traded to Hurricanes by Ducks
John Carlson had his rights traded to the Carolina Hurricanes by the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday. The Ducks received a sixth-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft (forward Noah Kosick) and defenseman prospect Kyle Masters. Carlson is in the last of an eight-year, $64 million contract ($8 million average annual value) the 36-year-old defenseman signed with the Washington Capitals on June 24, 2018. The Hurricanes, who won the Stanley Cup this season, have exclusive rights to negotiate with Carlson, who can become an unrestricted free agent on July 1. “Like Eric (Tulsky, general manger) mentioned last night, we’re always trying to get … Continue reading
Avalanche add Lysell, deal Ivan to Bruins
The Colorado Avalanche have acquired forward Fabian Lysell from the Boston Bruins in exchange for forward Ivan Ivan. Lysell, 23, completed his fourth AHL season with the Providence Bruins in 2025-26, notching 17 goals and 25 assists for 42 points along with a plus-13 rating in 57 games. In 219 career AHL contests with Providence, Lysell has totaled 57 goals and 106 assists for 163 points. A first-round selection by Boston in the 2021 NHL Draft, Lysell played 12 games in the NHL with the Bruins, notching one goal and two assists. Ivan recorded 11 goals and 15 assists for … Continue reading
Carlo traded to Blues by Maple Leafs for draft picks
Brandon Carlo was traded to the St. Louis Blues by the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday. The Maple Leafs received two third-round picks in the 2026 NHL Draft for the 29-year-old defenseman. Carlo, who has one season remaining on a six-year, $24.6 million contract ($4.1 million average annual value) he signed with the Boston Bruins on July 14, 2021, can become an unrestricted free agent after next season. Carlo had seven assists in 55 games for the Maple Leafs this season. He was acquired by Toronto in a trade with Boston on March 7, 2025, for forward Fraser Minten and two … Continue reading
Recap of NHL Entry Draft 202+6
MAPLE LEAFS SELECT MCKENNA WITH FIRST OVERALL PICK Picking at No. 1 for the third time in franchise history and first since 2016, the Maple Leafs made left wing Gavin McKenna of Penn State University the top pick in the 2026 Upper Deck NHL Draft. Global superstar Justin Bieber – a Maple Leafs fan and friend of captain Auston Matthews – was on hand to call McKenna’s name in Buffalo, at the same arena Matthews was selected a decade ago when Toronto last had the No. 1 pick. * McKenna became the first player out of Penn State to be … Continue reading
