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New Jersey Devils NHL Draft 2026 Picks, Mock Draft, Outlook

New Jersey Devils NHL Draft 2026 Picks, Mock Draft, Outlook

A look at the New Jersey Devils’ 2026 NHL Draft outlook, including lottery odds, draft picks and the 2025 class.

Apr 17, 2026 by Joe Harrington
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The New Jersey Devils (42-37-3) enter the 2026 NHL Draft with a lottery selection after missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs during the 2025-26 season.

New Jersey finished 42-37-3 and placed seventh in the Metropolitan Division with 87 points. Injuries and inconsistency prevented the Devils from building on their 2024-25 playoff appearance, leading to another spring without postseason hockey.

The Devils currently hold the No. 12 overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. New Jersey enters draft weekend looking to add another premium prospect to a system headlined by Anton Silayev, Arseniy Gritsyuk, Seamus Casey and several other young players expected to factor into the organization's future plans.

New Jersey's recent draft history includes Conrad Fondrk, who was selected in the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft. The Devils have continued investing in young talent as they attempt to build a long-term contender around Jack Hughes, Nico Hischier, Luke Hughes and Jesper Bratt.

The 2026 NHL Draft will be held June 26-27 at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York. Here's everything to know about the New Jersey Devils' NHL Draft outlook.

When Do The New Jersey Devils Pick In The 2026 NHL Draft?

The New Jersey Devils currently hold the No. 12 overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.

New Jersey secured the selection after finishing the 2025-26 season with a 42-37-3 record and missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

New Jersey Devils 2026 NHL Draft Picks

  • Round 1, Pick 12
  • Round 2, Pick 35
  • Round 2, Pick 44
  • Round 4, Pick 108
  • Round 5, Pick 140
  • Round 6, Pick 172

NHL Mock Draft 2026: Who Will The New Jersey Devils Pick?

The New Jersey Devils are projected to select Ethan Belchetz with the No. 12 overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.

FloHockey's latest mock draft projects New Jersey to add the Windsor Spitfires winger near the top of the first round. Belchetz is known for his elite playmaking and generating looks for his teammates.

Who Did The New Jersey Devils Draft In 2025?

The New Jersey Devils selected Conrad Fondrk in the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft.

Fondrk headlined New Jersey's 2025 draft class and immediately became one of the organization's top forward prospects. The Devils used the remainder of the draft to add depth throughout the system.

Has A New Jersey Devils Player Ever Won The NHL Calder Memorial Trophy?

Yes, New Jersey Devils players have won the NHL Calder Memorial Trophy multiple times.

Notable Devils winners include Martin Brodeur, Scott Gomez and Brian Gionta. The organization has a long history of developing impact NHL talent through the draft.

Who Are The New Jersey Devils Minor League Hockey Team Affiliates?

The New Jersey Devils' primary minor league affiliate is the Utica Comets of the American Hockey League.

Utica serves as New Jersey's top development team and remains a key part of the organization's prospect pipeline. The Devils also maintain an ECHL affiliation with the Adirondack Thunder.

New Jersey Devils Missed The Stanley Cup Playoffs In 2025-26

The New Jersey Devils missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs during the 2025-26 season.

New Jersey finished 42-37-3 with 87 points and placed seventh in the Metropolitan Division. The disappointing season resulted in organizational changes and positioned the Devils to make their highest draft selection since 2022.

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