Day One of the 2026 NHL Draft featured significant trades involving first-round picks, with players like Pavel Dorofeyev, Mason McTavish, and JJ Peterka changing teams. As the draft progresses into rounds two through seven, teams are expected to engage in numerous minor trades to adjust their positions. Notable transactions include the Blackhawks acquiring the 35th overall pick from the Devils for picks 37 and 119, and the Flames obtaining the 42nd overall pick from the Hurricanes in exchange for picks 51 and 68. Updates will continue throughout the day as more trades occur.
