Nashville Predators Select Justin Graf in 2026 NHL Draft In a momentous occasion for the Graf family, the Nashville Predators have selected Justin Graf in the fourth round (118th overall) of the 2026 NHL Draft. What made this pick even more special was the congratulatory message from Preds Amateur Scout Greg Dreschel, who texted Graf with the words "Welcome to the family." Graf's older brother, Collin, is also an NHL player, adding a layer of family pride to this achievement. As Graf begins his professional hockey journey, he will be joining a team with a rich history of developing young talent and competing for Stanley Cup championships.

At least that’s what Preds Amateur Scout Greg Dreschel texted Justin Graf after Nashville selected him in the fourth round (118th overall) of the 2026 NHL Draft. His older brother, Collin, attended ...