2026-27 forward preview: Connor McDavid leads loaded Fantasy hockey tiers featuring elite stars, rising talent

CBS Sports has released a 2026-27 Fantasy hockey forward preview, with Edmonton Oilers superstar Connor McDavid headlining the top tier of players. The rankings are designed to help Fantasy managers identify elite stars, high-upside young talent, and late-round value picks ahead of the upcoming season. The tiered system covers a wide range of forwards to assist in draft preparation for the 2026-27 campaign.