NHL Pipeline Rankings 2026: From Sharks to Avalanche, the best prospects and under-23 players

The Athletic and The New York Times have published their 2026-27 NHL Pipeline Rankings, ranking all 32 teams by the strength of their under-23 player cores. Eligibility is set at age 22 or younger as of September 15, 2026, covering prospects mainly from the 2022–2026 NHL Drafts. Notable young players highlighted include Juraj Slafkovský, Macklin Celebrini, and Connor Bedard.