The 2026 NHL Draft is shaping up to be a highly anticipated event, and one player who's generating significant buzz is Carson Carels, a defenseman from the Prince George Cougars of the Western Hockey League. In a detailed scouting report by McKeen's Hockey, Carels' impressive skills and potential are put under the microscope. With his exceptional skating ability, strong defensive play, and growing offensive contributions, Carels is being touted as a top prospect for NHL teams. As the draft approaches, hockey fans and scouts alike are eager to learn more about this talented young player and whether he has what it takes to make the jump to the professional ranks.

2026 NHL DRAFT: DETAILED SCOUTING REPORT – Carson Carels, D, Prince Goerge Cougars (WHL)  McKeen's Hockey