AnalysisDon Sweeney is the general manager of the Bruins. Bruce Bennett / Getty ImagesJune 26, 2026 6:00 am EDT Updated The Boston Bruins have eight picks in the 2026 NHL Draft: Nos. 23, 56, 88, 104, 111, 122, 157, 216. Here’s what to expect.View from the beatThe Bruins took a good first step last year by drafting James Hagens at No. 7. But they remain under construction at forward and defense when it comes to players who can push the pace and be creative offensively. — Fluto ShinzawaPronman’s team needsBoston has been adding a lot of young forwards lately. The Bruins drafted playmaking center James Hagens at No. 7 last year, acquired Fraser Minten in the Brandon Carlo trade and drafted massive pivot Dean Letourneau in 2024. Their system remains extremely light on the back end. A top-four caliber defenseman is undeniably the biggest organizational need.
Names to watchIn recent mock drafts, Corey Pronman has projected the following picks:23. Elton Hermansson, RW56. Zach Olsen, RW88. Colin Fitzgerald, C111. Jakub Frolo, C120. Nikita Ovcharov, LW122. Landon Amrhein, LW216. Lukas Andersson, C
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