James Nichols
You just knew that after the New Jersey Devils got their guy and the Toronto Maple Leafs settled which caused chaos, the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery results would go exactly the way they did.
It’s not fixed! But, man. That’s some incredible luck for John Chayka and Mats Sundin.
If you’re unfamiliar with what happened, the link is below from New Jersey Hockey Now with the surprising results of last night’s draft lottery.
Also in the links, more on Toronto’s luck, what it means for them, the Blueshirts moving back, and more.
Devils Trade Rumors & News
New Jersey Hockey Now: Again, you just had to know the top of the draft was going to get interesting. And it sure did. However, the Devils are staying put follwing the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery despite the pair of surprising jumps.
More coming later today on what they should really do with that pick.
📺 Devils Rink Report: Last night, we went LIVE on the Devils Rink Report YouTube channel to instantly react to the results of the draft lottery, analyze what’s next, and who the Devils could select with the 12 overall pick.
Full episode here 👇🏼
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NHL Trade Talk, News & National Hockey Now
Forever Blueshirts: The New York Rangers not only missed moving up in the draft by a slim margin, they actually ultimately fell backwards.
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Where was the success and where were the shortcomings? Dan Kingerski provides the last Pittsburgh Penguins report card in 2025-26 while deciphering what this season meant.
Boston Hockey Now: Here’s how the Boston Bruins lose out as the result of the draft lottery.
San Jose Hockey Now: Would Mike Grier trade the second overall pick? The San Jose Sharks GM discusses that and more inside. (+)
Philly Hockey Now: With Auston Matthews’ uncertain future, did the Philadelphia Flyers‘ dream aquisition just become a potential reality?
Montreal Hockey Now: Going into Game 1 versus the Buffalo Sabres, here’s how the Montreal Canadiens and The Swords stand head-to-head.
The Athletic ($): Okay yes, the Toronto Maple Leafs won the draft lottery and will pick first overall. However, here’s why they’re on the clock with Auston Matthews.
