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Team of the future, I say.
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@philzfactz Absolutely, would be a perfect partner for Schaefer.
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Sean Durzi is the exactly type of player Darche should be going after.
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I got this second-hand, but apparently Sean Durzi has heard rumours within the Utah organization that he could be getting traded to the Leafs.
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@mikenj1000 Idk that would be a bigggg swing with a lot of risk, would probably want more than that for Barzal imo
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@19consecutive If this played out and Reid was there at 4, anyone think the Islanders call? Something like Barzal and 13 for Nazar and number 4?
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My 2026 NHL Mock Draft - Top 15
1. Toronto Maple Leafs – Gavin McKenna
2. San Jose Sharks – Ivar Stenberg
3. Vancouver Canucks – Caleb Malhotra
4. Chicago Blackhawks – Chase Reid
5. New York Rangers – Carson Carels
6. Calgary Flames – Keaton Verhoeff
7. Seattle Kraken – Viggo Björck
8. Winnipeg Jets – Alberts Smits
9. Florida Panthers – Tynan Lawrence
10. Nashville Predators – Daxon Rudolph
11. St. Louis Blues – Ethan Belchetz
12. New Jersey Devils – Oscar Hemming
13. New York #Isles – Adam Novotny
14. Columbus Blue Jackets – Ryan Lin
15. St. Louis Blues – Oliver Suvanto
It’s hard to pass on Ryan Lin at 13 but Novotny is a physical, high-motor, scoring winger who can help the Islanders’ forward group almost immediately.
If you’re not too familiar with his game, he has a contact driven style. He battles in the dirty areas, has a heavy shot, excels on the forecheck and effectively uses hits and good positioning to force turnovers. Might be one of the most NHL ready players in the draft and is described as a full time team player with heavy top six potential.
If I had to guess, Darche is looking for someone with immediate impact and Novotny would jump right into the Top 3 Islanders prospects in the system for me, could even battle for a spot out of training camp.
What do you think? How does your mock shake out and who do you believe lands at 13 with the Isles?
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@XFactor3kze I have Cullen just outside my top 15, but I can honestly see him going anywhere from 8 to 16. He’s a bit of a wildcard for me, but I really like his game and what he brings.
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@SpodaddyJr I love Lin but I think Novotny brings a little more security. I trust his overall game a bit more at this point. With that said, I don’t think you can really go wrong with either player.
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@19consecutive Like you said, would be really hard to pass on Lin. However, I do think that tier of players where we are picking is all lumped together pretty close. Could make the case for a lot of specs in that spot, so hard to get mad
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I agree, and I don’t think Novotny is just a middle-six projection either. There are too many positives in his game at this stage of his development to cap him there. That’s a good assessment of where he is and where he could land with the team that drafts him. A 2nd line ceiling feels like a good bet imo.
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@19consecutive I see people giving Novotny a middle 6 projection. But from what I’ve seen and the skills he has, I feel like he projects more as a top 6 with a second line floor, what are your thoughts on it
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@PNilan91592 I just wonder how the Islanders are grading these guys and if they trust their board enough to know where the drop-off actually is. Really interested to see how this plays out.
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@19consecutive I don’t think the trade back potential has anything to do with the top 100 narrative.
Think it’s all about prospect tiers. The Islanders pick is just on the outside of tier 2. If a tier 2 player is available they select him. If not, you might as well trade back into tier 3.
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The Islanders only have one pick in the top 100 right now.
I wouldn’t be surprised if the #Isles traded down at the draft to add more assets. Either that or they do something to get themselves back into that range.
I’ve had that feeling for a while, and the draft combine list only made it more interesting. They met with a lot of players projected around the late 1st and 2nd round.
That doesn’t guarantee anything, but it does make you wonder.
So what do you think? Do they stay at 13, or trade back and load up?
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@HappyCanadian55 That’s a good point. I like a few of the names in the late 1st / early 2nd range, but it’s definitely a risk.
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@19consecutive stay... anything after pick 15 usually doesn't work out.
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@KevinBardin1 100% agree. If a player like Viggo, Verhoeff or someone similar somehow drops, then yeah, you gotta stay at 13.
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@19consecutive Hopefully they see how it goes and, if a top name slips, make the pick at #13. But if they see a pool of comparable players, then maybe opt to move down and add some picks. To me, they need impact players so I would be ecstatic if a top player dropped and they stay put.
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@pet75210 I really think so too. It’s been talked about a ton already, but the Schenn trade really did slow down the momentum they were building with their futures. Trading back makes a lot of sense to me and that’s probably why it won’t happen.
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@19consecutive They trade back for sure. That’s one thing this draft has is depth. From 15 to 60 its got tons of middle 6, top 4 types. The top end talent is lower than most years
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Here's one - I'm told the New York Islanders put a brick in front of the prospects and asked what they could do with it?
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@stefen_rosner @PeterPiperReady Would love Novotny on this team, he’s an impressive player
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@hoyaslayer I think George and Eklund end up making the team out of camp
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@19consecutive I’m from Hamilton where your AHL team is playing next season. Which of these players should I expect to see? Should I look out for?
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My Top 15 #Isles Prospect Rankings - May 2026
15. Josh Kotai
14. Luca Romano
13. Marshall Warren
12. Kamil Bednarik
11. Tomas Poletin
10. Jacob Kvasnicka
9. Daniil Prokhorov
8. Quinn Finley
7. Xavier Veilleux
6. Danny Nelson
5. Isaiah George
4. Cole Eiserman
3. Dmitry Gamzin
2. Kashawn Aitcheson
1. Victor Eklund
Looking at this list, one thing is clear. The Islanders are in a great spot heading into the 2026 draft. What do you guys think? Which prospects are you highest on?
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@hoyaslayer Prokhrov, Finley, Aitcheson and Eiserman are the big names to look out for next season.
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My Top 15 #Isles Prospect Rankings - May 2026 1. Victor Eklund Eklund is my #1 Islanders prospect, and for good reason. Some players on this list have individual traits that really stand out. But Eklund has the best blend of translatable hockey habits in the system. What makes Eklund stand out is how complete his game already feels. He can attack off the rush, create through motion, and stay involved even when he’s not putting up points. His game has energy without being reckless. He can make plays without drifting and is always crashing the net. He has enough skill to create offense, but enough detail to keep coaches trusting his game. Eklund may not have the single most explosive trait in the pool, but he has the best chance to become a true impact forward. He looks like a player who can fit in a top-six role, help drive play, and bring more pace to a team that desperately needs it.
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My Top 15 #Isles Prospect Rankings - May 2026 2. Kashawn Aitcheson Kashawn Aitcheson is already a fan favorite without having to play a single professional game. That really says a lot about the 19 year old who plays with bite and a big personality. He isn’t just a physical defenseman, Aitcheson brings some legitimate offense to every game. His production has been ridiculous. Add in his physicality, competitive fire, and ability to drag opponents into uncomfortable games, and you have one of the most entertaining prospects in the system. You never have to look for him in a game. He makes himself noticeable, whether it’s with a hit, a battle, or some post whistle chaos. He plays like someone who wants to impose himself on the game. There is still risk. His defensive reads need to keep improving, and he’ll have to prove that his aggressive style can work without finding himself out of position. But that’s part of the package with Aitcheson. You need to take the famine with the feast because the upside is worth it.
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