# Russian Prospects Shine in NHL Draft | NHL News

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Published: 2026-07-09T13:51:29+00:00
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Twenty-five Russian prospects lit up the NHL Entry Draft, with three landing in the first round — Ilia Morozov to Buffalo, Gleb Pugachyov to Montréal, and Maksim Sokolovskii to Philly — matching last year’s haul and proving the league’s enduring faith in Russian talent. Morozov’s NCAA success made him a top-tier pick, while Pugachyov and Sokolovskii surprised with their size and physicality. Goaltending saw a shift, with Dmitri Borichev leading the pack in the third round, while others are viewed as long-term projects. Skill still reigns, but size made a statement — Alexander Karmanov, at 7’1”, became the tallest ever drafted. Some expected names missed the cut, but the spotlight’s already turning to next year’s class. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/466cb49578b3a900

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