As the 2026 NHL playoffs continue to heat up, the stakes are rising for the top prospects in the upcoming draft. With the second round now complete, the playoff picture is starting to take shape, and the draft board is beginning to look clearer. In this updated 2026 NHL Mock Draft, we take a closer look at how the top prospects are faring and how their teams' playoff performances are impacting their draft stock. From the highly touted defensemen to the explosive forwards, we break down the latest mock draft and examine which players are moving up or down the board as the draft approaches.

Updated 2026 NHL Mock Draft After 2nd Round of Stanley Cup Playoffs  Bleacher Report