As the 2026 NHL Draft approaches, hockey fans and teams alike are eagerly awaiting the next wave of talent to join the league. With the draft just around the corner, rumors are swirling about potential trades that could shape the future of their favorite teams. SB Nation's latest report separates fact from fiction, identifying which NHL trade rumors are worth paying attention to and which are nothing more than speculation. From blockbuster deals that could send top prospects to rival teams to under-the-radar moves that could pay off in the long run, find out which rumors are buying and which are selling. Will your team make a splash at the draft, or will they stand pat? Get the inside scoop on the latest NHL trade rumors and get ready for the 2026 draft.

NHL trade rumors we’re buying (and ones we’re not) ahead of the 2026 Draft  SB Nation