The NHL Draft Combine is one of the most peculiar events on the league schedule, and the day of physical testing is a peek into the curiosities that help teams gauge how the next generation of players stands out.

With the 2026 NHL draft just weeks away, here are a few teams that could look to trade their first overall pick or picks.

Unlike previous years, the Vancouver Canucks have a lot of draft capital heading into the 2026 NHL Draft. In addition to their two first-round picks (third and 24th overall), they also have the 33rd and 41st picks in the second round and another six spread across Rounds 3-6.

The Boston Bruins’ general manager and the leaders of his scouting staff enter their designated suite, with a Spoked-B sign hanging out front, and take their seats around the table.

At the 2025 NHL Draft, the Ottawa Senators did something completely out of character. They drafted not one, but two Russian players. With GM Steve Staios running draft day for only the second time in his NHL career, it signalled an end to the Russian resistance in Ottawa.

Centers are always a premium at the NHL Draft. And that’s definitely true again this year. It’s unlikely we’ll see a middleman taken at the top, but it’s not crazy to think we’ll see one – most likely,

A look back on its anniversary of the inaugural NHL draft, which was a key part of the league's need to eliminate sponsorships with amateur teams.

Caleb Malhotra is projected to be the No. 1 center selected in the 2026 NHL draft, although his placement in the order remains to be determined. On Saturday at the combine, the Winnipeg Jets passed on the opportunity to speak to Malhotra,