Centers
A solid two-way player who possesses offensive upside. He shows the ability to create with both his passing and his shooting. A smart player off the puck can get to the scoring areas to use his NHL-caliber shot. Provides some physicality that can help in leagues that value hits as part of their scoring system.
An impressively dynamic player for his size, Shlaine is all offense and no defense. He has the puck on his stick often, driving offense himself rather than through his teammates. He has a slim chance of becoming an elite playmaker, but odds are this pick is one to forget.
William Whitelaw is a highly skilled and diverse offensive threat who remains very raw in his habits and consistency.
A big center (6-4) who plays well defensively, Hradec's offensive performance at the 2025 WJC opened eyes.
A responsible 200-foot player with solid playmaking and shooting ability. Can lead a powerplay by himself. Not always able to play against physically strong opponents.
A power-forward with an intriguing offensive toolkit.
A two-way center with a high motor that is not afraid to be physical. Not known as a high producer offensively but has the hockey sense and defensive reliability to become a bottom-six forward.
A forward with a ton of grit, constantly using his body and raw effort to win and maintain positioning.
Despite lacking high-end scoring or a sparkling physical profile, Martin earned plenty of fans for his two-way play.
Big, intelligent center. Has an underrated offensive game. Battles hard and is well-positioned off the puck. Bottom-six with possible middle-six upside and special team contribution potential.
