Islanders Make Late Round Picks in 2026 NHL Draft. The New York Islanders continued their 2026 NHL Draft strategy on the second day, focusing on depth and potential in the later rounds. With their sixth-round pick, the 173rd overall selection, the Islanders chose forward Artyom Matyuk, a talented young player with a strong work ethic. Later, in the seventh round, the Islanders added Robert Cowan, a skilled forward with a knack for scoring, selected at number 205 overall. These late-round picks aim to bolster the Islanders' prospects and potentially provide a boost to their minor league affiliate.

The Islanders rounded out the second day in the 2026 NHL Draft by selecting forwards Artyom Matyuk in the sixth round (173rd overall) and Robert Cowan in the seventh round at 205th overall.