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 games — and was even sharper in the playoffs, putting up a 1.78 GAA and .925 save percentage over eight games.
Psohlavec’s numbers improved steadily every season coming up through Karlovy Vary’s system, dropping from a 3.43 GAA at the U17 level in 2021-22 down to under 2.00 by the time he reached U20. He also helped Czechia win bronze at the 2026 U18 World Championship, going 3-1-0 with a .926 save percentage in the tournament.
NHL Central Scouting ranked him 17th among European goaltenders, and scouts describe him as a hybrid-style goalie who uses his size well — he can drop into the splits with ease and stretches his upper body to extend his lateral range, all while staying square to shooters with strong spatial awareness in the crease.
Psohlavec wasn’t drafted alone from his own net. He and fellow Czech goaltender Marek Sklenicka were the country’s tandem at that same U18 tournament, sharing the bronze medal together — and Philadelphia drafted both of them in 2026, reuniting the pair in the same organization.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What team drafted Martin Psohlavec?
Martin Psohlavec was selected by the Philadelphia Flyers in the second round, 62nd overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft.
What team did Martin Psohlavec play for before the draft?
He played for HC Energie Karlovy Vary’s U20 team in Czechia, where he went 31-11-0 with a .928 save percentage.
How tall is Martin Psohlavec?
He stands 6-foot-5 and weighs 185 pounds, and catches left-handed.
Did Martin Psohlavec win any international medals?
Yes — he won a bronze medal with Czechia at the 2026 U18 World Championship.
Is Martin Psohlavec teammates with any other 2026 draft picks?
Yes. He shared Czechia’s U18 goaltending tandem with Marek Sklenicka, and the Flyers drafted both goalies in 2026, reuniting them.
