Winners, losers from the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft

The first round of the 2026 NHL Draft is in the books. From major trades to compelling picks, let's take a look at the winners and losers from the night.

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The NHL Draft is typically a huge time for trades, and it lived up to that reputation in the early part of Friday's first round.

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Rangers acquire Pavel Dorofeyev in surprise trade

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Maple Leafs made the right choice in taking Gavin McKenna No. 1

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