Steven Ellis

Rudolph is among a group of high-end blueliners looking to go in the top 10 this June – but it almost feels like not enough people are talking about him.

The 2024 NHL Draft was full of quality defenders, and the 2025 class saw Matthew Schaefer go first overall. This year? It's yet another strong season for blueliners.

When NHL training camp opened up in September, Brandon Bussi was a member of the Florida Panthers

Not everyone develops at the same rate – and these 10 prospects found their stride at the right time.

Maxim Massé became just the sixth CHLer to win both the rookie of the year and the David Branch player of the year awards.

Could one of these five become a steal in the latter rounds?

We say it every year: no two hockey players develop the same. When it comes to dissecting teenagers' play, so much can change over a couple of years.

One. Week. To. Go. The 2026 NHL Draft is set to take place June 26-27 in Buffalo, less than a month after around 100 players met with teams in person at the combine.

It's the toughest position to scout in hockey, but these top prospects will definitely improve your pipeline.

These five might have lost some luster, but could end up becoming nice value picks later on at the draft.