Episode
Canadiens Draft Eight Giants for Future
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- Jun 27, 2026
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- 99
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Summary
Montreal Canadiens went all-in on size at the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, selecting eight players—all 6-footers or taller, five of them 6’3” or more—showing a clear blueprint to build a physically dominant future. They traded up twice to land Gleb Pugachyov, a bruising right wing with serious upside, and defenseman Timofei Runtso, a puck-moving prospect with top-four potential. Trusting their scouting eye—even if some picks surprised fans—they’ve revamped their development program to maximize these new talents. The message was loud: they’re building for the trenches, and size is non-negotiable. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/3ade14c25cc8aa1d