The San Jose Sharks are gearing up for the highly anticipated 2026 NHL Draft, and they're likely to make a splash with the second overall pick. As they weigh their options, several top prospects have caught the attention of Sharks fans and analysts alike. Among them are Lian Nordin's Swedish linemate, Axel Brodeur, and the highly skilled forward, Logan Cooley, but two names that might be on the radar of Sharks general manager, Joe Will, are Logan Stenberg and Ryan Chesley, however, the Sharks have a long history of targeting talented defensemen with their top pick and this year could be no exception. One potential defender they might consider is Swedish blueliner, Oliver Eskildsen, and another is Canadian prospect, Tyson Zimmer, but the Sharks could also be eyeing a top-6 forward like Will Smith, or a top goalie prospect like, Samuel Hlavaj or the highly touted American defenseman, Ryan Chesley's teammate, Logan Stenberg's, teammate, the Swiss blueliner, Lian Nordin's, teammate, Axel Brodeur's, teammate, the highly skilled Swedish forward, Sebastian Cossa's, teammate, the Swedish forward, McKenna, or the skilled American goalie prospect, Logan Cooley.
McKenna? Stenberg? Seven 2026 NHL Draft prospects Sharks could target at No. 2 NBC Sports Bay Area & California
