The ONG Memorial Draft Thread - 2026 Edition: Picks 4, 20, 45, 124, 156, 188 (Draft is June 26 and 27)

[ValJamesDuex]

some interesting info here about Jarmo's drafting in Columbus

https://www.dispatch.com/story/sports/nhl/columbus-blue-jackets/2020/10/06/kekalainens-draft-history-blue-jackets-has-home-runs-whiffs/3636004001/

 

[Club]

some interesting info here about Jarmo's drafting in Columbus

https://www.dispatch.com/story/sports/nhl/columbus-blue-jackets/2020/10/06/kekalainens-draft-history-blue-jackets-has-home-runs-whiffs/3636004001/

I wouldn't personally categorize PLD as a Grand Slam but I trust Forton & staff to keep building this draft plethora of pretty trending talent along with Jarmo/Bergevin & their insight & history

 

[ValJamesDuex]

I wouldn't personally categorize PLD as a Grand Slam but I trust Forton & staff to keep building this draft plethora of pretty trending talent along with Jarmo/Bergevin & their insight & history

Does anyone compare Bjorck to PLD ?

 

[Club]

Does anyone compare Bjorck to PLD ?

No. Just the article saying he was a grand slam. I agree Werenski but not Pierre-Luc

 

[ValJamesDuex]

No. Just the article saying he was a grand slam. I agree Werenski but not Pierre-Luc

I'm asking the thread a general question, not referencing the article. Tx

 

[EichHart]

What about trading up for #2? Mrtka and 4 for 2? Sharks need D.

 

[Jetskiis]

What about trading up for #2? Mrtka and 4 for 2? Sharks need D.

I would only consider it if Calgary is really pushing to jump past us. But I don't think they have the ammo to do it.

 

[Fly Boy]

I would only consider it if Calgary is really pushing to jump past us. But I don't think they have the ammo to do it.

Even if they are, there's no reason to trade up. Sit at 4 and take BPA, whoever that may be on your board.

 

[Jim Bob]

What about trading up for #2? Mrtka and 4 for 2? Sharks need D.

I don't think SJ is moving out of 2. They want Stenberg after trading Eklund for 9th overall. They will take their D at 9, most likely.

 

[ValJamesDuex]

Compares Bjorck to Saku Koivu

Has heard the Sabres will hold onto 4OA

among a few tidbits here

 

[ValJamesDuex]

Draft Preview | 6 goalies to watch | Buffalo Sabres

This year's class includes several top netminders hailing from Czechia.

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[ValJamesDuex]

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The projected number two is a large RHD who is said that he’d be 1OA this past draft if he was eligible.

I wonder if he "might" be a dark horse for the Sabres at 4 ?

 

[Jim Bob]

I wonder if he "might" be a dark horse for the Sabres at 4 ?

He's in the mix for the best D in the draft. I wouldn't call him a darkhorse.

 

[Ace]

I wonder if he "might" be a dark horse for the Sabres at 4 ?

Coached by James Patrick during his WHL career

 

[ValJamesDuex]

Coached by James Patrick during his WHL career

I would add him the the list of possibles for sure

 

[toddkaz]

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I wonder if he "might" be a dark horse for the Sabres at 4 ?

I can't see how Buffalo passes on Malholtra or Bjorck. They are both homeruns

 

[Push Dr Tracksuit]

He's in the mix for the best D in the draft. I wouldn't call him a darkhorse.

I think theres about 6 players at the top of the draft that Id be pretty pleased with

granted Im not pleased that Byram is now a draft pick that is years away from peak

 

[Push Dr Tracksuit]

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I can't see how Buffalo passes on Malholtra or Bjorck. They are both homeruns

so are the top dmen

 

[Jim Bob]

I think theres about 6 players at the top of the draft that Id be pretty pleased with

granted Im not pleased that Byram is now a draft pick that is years away from peak

I am pleased that Jarmo got what he got for a guy that was unwilling to sign an extension beyond 2026-27.

And I doubt I will be unhappy with the pick at 4, if they make it.

 

[toddkaz]