John Parsons — Winnipeg Jets Draft Pick #220 (2026)
John Parsons, a 20-year-old goaltender from Ithaca, New York, was selected by the Winnipeg Jets in the seventh round, 220th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft — the second goaltender Winnipeg took in this draft class. The 6-foot-4 netminder, sometimes known as Jack Parsons, broke out as a late-blooming freshman at Providence College after previous […]
Louis-Antoine Denault — Florida Panthers Draft Pick #217 (2026)
Louis-Antoine Denault, a 19-year-old goaltender from Quebec City, was selected by the Florida Panthers in the seventh round, 217th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft, continuing a long-running Panthers tradition of using a late pick on an oversized goaltender. Standing 6-foot-8 and 209 pounds, Denault is one of the largest goaltenders in the entire 2026 […]
Alexandre Raymond — Colorado Avalanche Draft Pick #215 (2026)
Alexandre Raymond, an 18-year-old goaltender, was selected by the Colorado Avalanche in the seventh round, 215th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft — the second goaltender the Avalanche took in this draft class, joining fourth-round pick Tobias Tvrznik. The 6-foot-4 netminder gives Colorado a deeper developmental base in net than the organization has typically carried […]
Ryan Cameron — Edmonton Oilers Draft Pick #212 (2026)
Ryan Cameron, an 18-year-old goaltender, was selected by the Edmonton Oilers in the seventh round, 212th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft, the Oilers’ lone goaltender pick in this year’s class. The 6-foot-2, 183-pound netminder had one of the most dominant seasons in the NAHL just one year before his draft season, then took a […]
Matthew Minchak — Vegas Golden Knights Draft Pick #191 (2026)
Matthew Minchak, a 19-year-old goaltender from Cranford, New Jersey, was selected by the Vegas Golden Knights in the sixth round, 191st overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft, capping a remarkable one-year rise from unsigned free agent to NHL draft pick. The 6-foot-5, 194-pound netminder wasn’t even drafted into the OHL — the Kingston Frontenacs signed […]
Anton Emil Wilde Larsen — Dallas Stars Draft Pick #187 (2026)
Anton Emil Wilde Larsen, an 18-year-old goaltender from Denmark, was selected by the Dallas Stars in the sixth round, 187th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft, a pure projection pick on a player whose draft-season numbers were weighed down by a struggling team and a lower-tier national program. The 6-foot-4, 203-pound netminder is heading to […]
Stepan Shurygin — Tampa Bay Lightning Draft Pick #186 (2026)
Stepan Shurygin, an 18-year-old goaltender who spent most of his youth career in Russia, was selected by the Tampa Bay Lightning in the sixth round, 186th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft. He made the jump to North America for his draft season after being picked 96th overall in the 2025 CHL Import Draft, and […]
Gleb Peshkov — Anaheim Ducks Draft Pick #178 (2026)
Gleb Peshkov, an 18-year-old goaltender from Kopeysk, Russia, was selected by the Anaheim Ducks in the sixth round, 178th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft, as a pure upside bet from a Ducks front office that leaned heavily into tools-based prospects this draft. The 6-foot-3, 212-pound netminder comes from the same youth program as […]
Roberto Henriquez — Boston Bruins Draft Pick #170 (2026)
Roberto Henriquez, a 19-year-old goaltender born in Bratislava, Slovakia, was selected by the Boston Bruins in the sixth round, 170th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft — the second goaltender Boston took in this draft class. The 6-foot-1, 165-pound netminder had one of the most efficient seasons of any goaltender in North American junior hockey […]
Zachary Jovanovski — Carolina Hurricanes Draft Pick #165 (2026)
Zachary Jovanovski, an 18-year-old goaltender from Tecumseh, Ontario, was selected by the Carolina Hurricanes in the sixth round, 165th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft — the second goaltender Carolina took in this draft class. The 6-foot-3 netminder’s path to the NHL Draft began as a seventh-round OHL pick in 2023, and he steadily climbed […]
Matvei Nikonovich — Pittsburgh Penguins Draft Pick #160 (2026)
Matvei Nikonovich, a Belarusian goaltender who turned 18 the day after the draft, was selected by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the fifth round, 160th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft, after Pittsburgh traded up to acquire the pick specifically to take him. The 6-foot-2, 187-pound netminder was one of the youngest goaltenders selected in the […]
Daniil Rusakovich — New Jersey Devils Draft Pick #149 (2026)
Daniil Rusakovich, an 18-year-old goaltender from Belarus, was selected by the New Jersey Devils in the fifth round, 149th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft, becoming the franchise’s first drafted goaltender under new chief amateur scout Mark Dennehy. The 6-foot-4, 183-pound netminder ranked 13th among European goaltenders by NHL Central Scouting heading into draft weekend. […]
Parker Snell — Columbus Blue Jackets Draft Pick #142 (2026)
Parker Snell, an 18-year-old goaltender from St. Albert, Alberta, was selected by the Columbus Blue Jackets in the fifth round, 142nd overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft. The 6-foot-2, 176-pound netminder made his WHL debut as a 17-year-old, winning both of his starts and picking up his first career shutout before taking over as a […]
Filip Ruzicka — Minnesota Wild Draft Pick #137 (2026)
Filip Ruzicka, an 18-year-old goaltender from Trinec, Czechia, was selected by the Minnesota Wild in the fifth round, 137th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft, capping the Wild’s draft weekend with a massive addition to their prospect pool. Standing 6-foot-7 and 230 pounds, Ruzicka is one of the largest goaltenders in the entire draft class. […]
Brady Knowling — San Jose Sharks Draft Pick #127 (2026)
Brady Knowling — San Jose Sharks Draft Pick #127 (2026) Slug: brady-knowling-nhl-draft Focus keyword: Brady Knowling Meta description: Brady Knowling was drafted by the San Jose Sharks in the 2026 NHL Draft (Round 4, #127 overall). Stats, size, and scouting profile for the USNTDP goalie. Brady Knowling, an 18-year-old goaltender originally from Toronto, was selected […]
Tobias Tvrznik — Colorado Avalanche Draft Pick #126 (2026)
Tobias Tvrznik, an 18-year-old goaltender from Litoměřice, Czechia, was selected by the Colorado Avalanche in the fourth round, 126th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft. The 6-foot-4 netminder catches with his right hand and ranked among the top eight North American goaltenders on NHL Central Scouting’s final list heading into draft weekend. Tvrznik comes from […]
Ryder Fetterolf — Carolina Hurricanes Draft Pick #125 (2026)
Ryder Fetterolf, an 18-year-old goaltender from Sewickley, Pennsylvania, was selected by the Carolina Hurricanes in the fourth round, 125th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft, capping off a standout rookie season in the OHL. The 6-foot, 186-pound left-catching netminder is undersized for the position but compensates with sharp edges, quick post-to-post explosiveness, and strong puck […]
Vladimir Proskurin — St. Louis Blues Draft Pick #123 (2026)
Vladimir Proskurin, an 18-year-old goaltender from Russia, was selected by the St. Louis Blues in the fourth round, 123rd overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft, after entering the year as one of the more obscure names in the class. Listed at 6-foot-1, 170 pounds, he spent his draft season with MHK Atlant Mytishchi, a club […]
Marek Sklenicka — Philadelphia Flyers Draft Pick #120 (2026)
Marek Sklenicka, a 17-year-old goaltender from Litvinov, Czechia, was selected by the Philadelphia Flyers in the fourth round, 120th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft — the second goaltender the Flyers took in this draft. The 6-foot-3, 181-pound netminder was ranked 6th among North American goaltenders by NHL Central Scouting heading into draft weekend. […]
Carl Axelsson — Utah Mammoth Draft Pick #115 (2026)
Carl Axelsson, a 19-year-old goaltender from Danderyd, Sweden, was selected by the Utah Mammoth in the fourth round, 115th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft — the only Swedish goaltender chosen in the entire class. The 6-foot-4, 183-pound netminder is known for playing deep in his crease and letting the game come to him, relying […]
Patriks Plumins — Toronto Maple Leafs Draft Pick #114 (2026)
Patriks Plumins, an 18-year-old goaltender from Talsi, Latvia, was selected by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the fourth round, 114th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft. The 6-foot-3, 216-pound netminder was ranked 18th among European goaltenders by NHL Central Scouting heading into draft weekend. Scouts describe Plumins as a strong positional goaltender with a frame […]
Elliot Lennon — Ottawa Senators Draft Pick #110 (2026)
Elliot Lennon, an 18-year-old goaltender from Kirkland, Quebec, was selected by the Ottawa Senators in the fourth round, 110th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft — making him the first North American-born goaltender taken in this year’s class. The 6-foot-5, 181-pound netminder was ranked 22nd among North American goaltenders by NHL Central Scouting heading into […]
Yegor Rybkin — Los Angeles Kings Draft Pick #89 (2026)
The Los Angeles Kings used their third-round pick — No. 89 overall — in the 2026 NHL Draft on Yegor Rybkin, a towering Russian goaltender who scouts describe as one of the most unusual prospects in the entire class. Listed between 6-foot-6 and 6-foot-7 depending on the source, Rybkin combines a massive frame with a […]
Juuso Ainasto — Toronto Maple Leafs Draft Pick #85 (2026)
Juuso Ainasto, an 18-year-old goaltender from Kerava, Finland, was selected by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the third round, 85th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft. The 6-foot-4, 198-pound netminder was ranked 14th among European goaltenders by NHL Central Scouting heading into draft weekend. Scouts highlight Ainasto’s movement as his standout trait. He’s described as […]
Michal Orsulak — Detroit Red Wings Draft Pick #79 (2026)
Michal Orsulak, a 6-foot-4, 225-pound goaltender from Tremosna, Czechia, was ranked second among North American goaltenders by NHL Central Scouting heading into the 2026 NHL Draft — yet didn’t come off the board until the Detroit Red Wings took him in the third round, 79th overall, a notable value pick given where he was ranked. […]
Dmitri Ivchenko — Vancouver Canucks Draft Pick #78 (2026)
Dmitri Ivchenko, a 17-year-old goaltender from Novotroitsk, Russia, was selected by the Vancouver Canucks in the third round, 78th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft. The 6-foot-3, 179-pound netminder was ranked fourth among European goaltenders by NHL Central Scouting heading into draft weekend. Ivchenko’s draft season was split between Russia’s junior ranks and a developmental […]
Samuel Hrenak — Winnipeg Jets Draft Pick #71 (2026)
Samuel Hrenak, an 18-year-old goaltender from Povazska Bystrica, Slovakia, was selected by the Winnipeg Jets in the third round, 71st overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft. The 6-foot-3, 190-pound goalie spent his draft season splitting time between Slovak junior hockey and a stint with the Fargo Force of the USHL, where he went 7-1-1 with […]
Dmitri Borichev — Nashville Predators Draft Pick #70 (2026)
Dmitri Borichev entered the 2026 NHL Draft as the top-ranked European goaltender on NHL Central Scouting’s board — one of two prospects, alongside Czech goalie Tobiáš Trejbal, in serious contention to be the first goalie picked overall. The Nashville Predators ultimately selected the 6-foot-3, 198-pound Russian netminder in the third round, 70th overall. Borichev’s draft […]
Danai Shaiikov — New York Rangers Draft Pick #67 (2026)
Danai Shaiikov has one of the most unusual paths in the entire 2026 NHL Draft class. Born in Almaty, Kazakhstan, the 6-foot-2, 192-pound goaltender came up through Russia’s Omsk hockey system before landing in the QMJHL — a journey that’s taken him roughly 9,000 kilometers from home and into an entirely new hockey culture, where […]
Martin Psohlavec — Philadelphia Flyers Draft Pick #62 (2026)
Martin Psohlavec, a 6-foot-5, 185-pound goaltender from Ostrov, Czechia, was selected by the Philadelphia Flyers in the second round, 62nd overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft. The 18-year-old spent his draft season with HC Energie Karlovy Vary’s U20 team, posting a 31-11-0 record with a .928 save percentage, 1.92 GAA, and eight shutouts across 42 […]
Yuri Ivanov — Boston Bruins Draft Pick #56 (2026)
Yuri Ivanov was the youngest goaltender selected in the 2026 NHL Draft — eligible by roughly four days — when the Boston Bruins took him in the second round, 56th overall. The 17-year-old, born in Moscow, stands 6-foot-2 and 165 pounds and catches left. Ivanov split his draft season between MHK Spartak-MAH Moskva and MHK […]
Tobias Trejbal — Calgary Flames (NHL Draft Round 2, #42 overall)
Tobias Trejbal, an 18-year-old goaltender from Most, Czechia, was the first netminder selected in the 2026 NHL Draft, going to the Calgary Flames at No. 42 overall. The 6-foot-4, 196-pound goalie spent his draft season with the Youngstown Phantoms of the USHL, posting a 30-9-3 record with a .916 save percentage, 2.12 GAA, and three […]
From Chipotle to the Stanley Cup: Brandon Bussi’s Story [6-19-2026]
The Goalie Coaches Newsletter The newsletter for goalie parents who want smarter development decisions — not more noise. Goalie Parents Edition Issue 26 [6-19-2026] @goaliecoaches IN THIS ISSUE Crease Notes From Chipotle to the Stanley Cup, the incredible story of Brandon Bussi and why he’s living every kids dream right now. Gear Verdict TRUE HZRDUS […]
What Gear Does Brandon Bussi Wear? Carolina Hurricanes Goalie Setup [2026]
A year ago, Brandon Bussi was playing in the AHL with no guaranteed path to the NHL. On Sunday night in Las Vegas, he was lifting the Stanley Cup. The 27-year-old undrafted Long Island native shut out the Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 in Game 6, stopping 22 shots to give the Carolina Hurricanes their first […]
Issue 25: Youth Goalie Chest Protectors — Which Ones Are Worth It? (June 2026)
The Goaliecoaches.com Newsletter The newsletter for Goalie parents, coaches, players or fans who want smarter development decisions — not more noise. ​ Goalie Enthusiasts Edition Issue 25 6-12-2026 @goaliecoaches IN THIS ISSUE Crease Notes Conflicting Advice and what to do about it ​ Is your goalie getting conflicting advice? Gear Verdict Youth Chest Protectors, which […]
What Gear Does Sergei Bobrovsky Wear? Complete Florida Panthers Goalie Gear Setup [2026]
Height: 6′ 2″ Weight: 180 lb Born: 9/20/1988 (Age: 37) Birthplace: Novokuznetsk, RUS Catches: L Draft: Undrafted Discover what gear Florida Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky uses, including his Bauer Vapor FlyLite stick, TRUE L95 pads, Vaughn Pro’s Choice mask, and TRUE skates. Sergei Bobrovsky has established himself as one of the most accomplished goaltenders of his generation. The two-time Vezina Trophy winner […]
What Gear Does Jeremy Swayman Wear? Complete Boston Bruins Goalie Gear Setup [2026]
Height: 6′ 3″ Weight: 195 lb Born: 11/24/1998 (Age: 27) Birthplace: Anchorage, Alaska, USA Catches: L Draft: 2017, BOS (111th overall), 4th round, 18th pick This Jeremy Swayman Gear Setup guide breaks down the complete equipment used by the Boston Bruins goaltender. He has emerged as one of the NHL’s top goaltenders and a cornerstone of the Bruins organization. Known for his athletic style, quick reflexes, and […]
What Gear Does Alex Lyon Wear? Complete Buffalo Sabres Goalie Gear Setup [2026]
Alex Lyon Height: 6′ 1″ Weight: 199 lb Born: 12/9/1992 (Age: 33) Birthplace: Baudette, Minnesota, USA Catches: L Draft: Undrafted Discover what gear Buffalo Sabres goaltender Alex Lyon uses, including his Warrior Ritual V4 RTL stick, TRUE HZRDUS PX4 pads, Bauer 960 mask, and TRUE custom skates. Alex Lyon has established himself as one of the NHL’s most dependable goaltenders. Currently […]
What Gear Does Scott Wedgewood Wear? Complete Breakdown [2026]
Scott Wedgewood has built a reputation as one of the NHL’s most dependable goaltenders. Now with the Colorado Avalanche, Wedgewood relies on a setup built around TRUE Hockey equipment, combining lightweight performance, elite mobility, and strong rebound control. For goalies looking to emulate his style, many of the same technologies found in Wedgewood’s equipment are […]
What Gear Does Jakub Dobes Wear? Complete Breakdown [2026]
Jakub Dobes has quickly become one of the most intriguing young goaltenders in the Montreal Canadiens organization. Standing at 6-foot-5, Dobes uses his size, athleticism, and strong technical foundation to challenge shooters while controlling rebounds effectively. If you’ve searched for What Gear Does Jakub Dobes Wear, this guide breaks down the complete equipment setup […]
What Gear Does Jake Oettinger Wear? Complete Breakdown [2026]
Jake Oettinger has established himself as one of the NHL’s elite goaltenders and a cornerstone of the Dallas Stars. Known for his calm positioning, technical precision, and ability to make timely saves in high-pressure situations, Oettinger relies on a carefully selected set of equipment designed to maximize performance. If you’ve searched for What Gear Does […]
What Gear Does Carter Hart Wear? Complete Vegas Golden Knights Goalie Gear Setup
If you’ve searched for what gear does Carter Hart wear, you’re not alone. The Vegas Golden Knights goaltender has become known for his calm positioning, technical play, and ability to make difficult saves look routine. His equipment setup reflects that style, combining lightweight mobility with elite-level protection. Hart’s gear setup features equipment from Bauer, Brians, […]
What Gear Does Jesper Wallstedt Wear? Complete Minnesota Wild Goalie Gear Setup
Jesper Wallstedt is one of the top young goaltenders in hockey and a key part of the Minnesota Wild organization. Known for his calm positioning, technical efficiency, and strong rebound control, Wallstedt relies on a lightweight Bauer setup designed to maximize mobility and responsiveness. While professional goalies often use custom versions of retail products, Wallstedt’s […]
What Gear Does Andrei Vasilevskiy Wear
Andrei Vasilevskiy Tampa Bay Lightning Goalie #88 Left Catch, 6′-4″ 223 LBS 31 Years Old Vapor Flylite Stick SEE STICK HERE Vapor Konekt 2 SEE SKATES HERE Bauer Vapor Flylite SEE PADS HERE Bauer Vapor Flylite SEE GLOVES HERE Bauer Vapor Flylite SEE BLOCKERS HERE Bauer NME One CHECK IT OUT What Gear Does Andrei […]
Frederik Andersen Gear Setup: Pads, Stick, Skates & Mask (2026)
Frederik Andersen Carolina Hurricances Goalie #31 Left Catch, 6′-4″ 229 LBS 36 Years Old Frederik Andersen Gear setup TRUE HZRDUS SMOKE SEE STICK HERE TRUE CUSTOM SKATES SEE SKATES HERE CUSTOM TRUE L95 PADS SEE PADS HERE TRUE L95 GLOVE SEE GLOVES HERE TRUE L95 BLOCKER SEE BLOCKERS HERE VAUGHN PRO CHOICE CHECK IT OUT […]
The Best Goalie Performances of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs
The Best Goalie Performances of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs The Stanley Cup Playoffs always produce unforgettable moments, but they also reveal which goaltenders can elevate their game when the pressure is at its highest. Through the first three rounds of the 2026 postseason, several netminders have delivered outstanding performances, but a handful have separated […]
USA Hockey Wins Olympic Gold- How Connor Hellebuyck Backstopped Team USA to Victory
When USA Hockey captured Olympic gold, it wasn’t just a championship moment. It was a defining performance from the crease out. At the center of it all was Connor Hellebuyck, delivering one of the most composed and technically sound goaltending performances ever seen on the Olympic stage. For goalies, coaches, and parents across the country, […]
NHL Goalie Sticks 2025, What the Pros Use If you are shopping for NHL goalie sticks in 2025, start with what the pros use. Bauer leads league usage, then Warrior, TRUE, and CCM. Goaltender stick usage by brand Bauer about 45% Warrior about 26% TRUE about 21% CCM about 8% Numbers above come from current […]
Goalie Specific cut resistant base layers
Cut resistant goalie base layer review, Duzter Pro Pant and Pro Wall Shirt If you want a cut resistant goalie base layer that you can machine wash, the Duzter Pro Pant and Pro Wall Shirt are easy picks. The Pro Compression Pant and the Pro Wall Shirt use a non-Kevlar technical blend, so you can […]
2025 NHL Draft Eligible Goalies Top 10 Ranked Goalie Prospects
Top 10 NHL Draft-Eligible Goalies in 2025- What Makes Them Stand Out for Goalie Development As the 2025 NHL Draft begins, all eyes are on the next wave of elite goaltending talent. Whether you’re a goalie parent, player, or coach, it’s a great opportunity to look at what these prospects do well—and how young goalies […]