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Vancouver has a total of 10 picks, which include two in the first round of the 2026 NHL Entry Draft. The last time the Canucks had a pick in the top three was in 1999, when they drafted Daniel and Henrik Sedin second and third overall. The 2026 NHL Draft will take place on June 26 and 27 in Buffalo.
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Canucks taking four prospects to dinner at 2026 NHL draft combine
The 2026 NHL Draft combine week has officially kicked off in Buffalo, New York. Teams from around the National Hockey League will have the opportunity to meet these prospects, see how they perform in their fitness testing,
Malhotra’s hire is the latest example of the growth and influence of people of South Asian heritage within hockey. Sunny Mehta became the first NHL general manager of South Asian descent when the New Jersey Devils hired the former Florida Panthers assistant GM on April 16.
Gavin McKenna, Canucks make decision that Maple Leafs, Sharks don't before NHL Draft originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The Toronto Maple Leafs, San Jose Sharks and Vancouver Canucks hold the top-three picks in the 2026 NHL Draft, in that order.
The Vancouver Canucks could make a stunning choice at the 2026 NHL Draft, as they hold the third-overall pick.
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7 obscure countries in Vancouver Canucks draft history
Canada. Sweden. The United States. Finland. Russia. You know the main “hockey countries” where the majority of NHL players are from. But every once in a while, there are players from less popular hockey countries.
He insists there is no interest in returning to the NHL in a front office role.