NHL prospect pool rankings 2026: Scott Wheeler's evaluations of all 32 teams' systems

Welcome to the 2026 edition of my ranking of the NHL’s 32 prospect pools, which features the Chicago Blackhawks at No. 1 and the San Jose Sharks at No. 2. The full list can be found below.This 31-day project included evaluations of roughly 500 prospects (each club’s top 15 plus worthy honorable mentions). It will conclude next week with my annual top 100 drafted skaters and top 20 drafted goalie rankings.Advertisement