Penguins hold five picks in 2026 draft order: rebuild leverage incoming
NHL’s 2026 draft order drops with Pittsburgh owning five selections, turning draft capital into a trade chip or roster fix.
The NHL released the 2026 draft order Tuesday, and the Pittsburgh Penguins sit on five selections, giving them outsized leverage in a league where draft capital is currency. The Penguins’ haul includes picks across multiple rounds, with potential to address roster gaps or package assets for a veteran upgrade. League-wide, the order reflects compensatory picks and trade implications that ripple from top contenders to rebuilding clubs.
