The 2026 NHL draft has come to a close, and the results are in. In a highly anticipated event, several teams made significant moves, reaping rewards and suffering setbacks. The New York Rangers, Toronto Maple Leafs, and Chicago Blackhawks were among the teams that saw their futures shaped by the draft. According to ESPN's analysis, these teams emerged as winners and losers, making key picks in the hopes of bolstering their lineups and competing for a championship title.
Winners, losers of the 2026 NHL draft: Rangers, Leafs, Blackhawks ESPN
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