Czech Republic
Jakub Málek
Tall, athletic overage-drafted goaltender with a proactive mindset. Uses his stick efficiently to block out the slot; has a low posture that makes him susceptible to shots from further out.
Vojtech Hradec
A big center (6-4) who plays well defensively, Hradec's offensive performance at the 2025 WJC opened eyes.
Radim Mrtka
Two-way defenceman with strong skating for his size
Marek Alscher
Big, physical defensive defenceman who does not score often but shows promise in transition. He could become a bottom-pairing type at the NHL level.
Matyas Melovsky
Bottom-six center who uses physicality to create offense. Strong playmaker with soft hands but a relatively weak shot. Can play both center and wing—added value in multi-cat leagues that value hits.
Maxmilian Curran
Intelligent playmaking center who can exploit gaps and work the cycle down low. Needs to work on both his physical and mental pace to be an NHLer, but could carve out a bottom-six role.
Mikulas Hovorka
A 6-6 right-handed defenseman who excels with his stick and can drive the transition game. His size is one of his greatest assets and his skating helps him have a high floor/low ceiling at the NHL level being a potential 4th or 5th defenseman in the NHL.
Jaroslav Chmelar
Big-bodied forward who will need lots of time to develop his game in North America.
Ondřej Kos
Smart two-way winger with raw skill and physique. Adding muscle and leaning into his playmaking game could see him develop into a reliable third-liner.