2026 NHL and NFL Draft Grades Reveal Top Teams

Analysts graded all 32 NHL clubs after the 2026 draft, assigning letter grades based mainly on the quantity and perceived talent of each team’s selections. The Toronto Maple Leafs earned the highest A+ grade, highlighted by No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna and additional prospects. San Jose Sharks received an A, while the Calgary Flames and Vancouver Canucks each earned A‑ and A respectively. Seattle Kraken were given a B+, and Los Angeles Kings a B. The grading system emphasizes draft capital usage rather than overall scouting quality.

A separate grading focused on the Denver Broncos’ 2026 NFL Draft. The Broncos added defensive tackle Tyler Onyedim, running back Jonah Coleman and offensive tackle Kage Casey, and traded for veteran wide receiver Jaylen Waddle. The analysis notes quarterback Bo Nix’s injury history, the return of an experienced offensive line, and the team’s strong defensive reputation from the prior season. These factors were weighed to produce the Broncos’ draft assessment.