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 tougher step up in competition for his draft year.
Cameron was the NAHL’s Goaltender of the Year in 2024-25, leading the league in GAA and save percentage while posting a league-high nine shutouts for the Lone Star Brahmas. His coach there praised his professional-level consistency and composure, a trait that stood out even at a young age. He then made the jump to the tougher USHL for his draft season, a year scouts considered rockier statistically, before being traded to the Sioux Falls Stampede in May. He’s committed to play college hockey at Boston College in 2027-28, joining fellow Oilers pick Rudolfs Berzkalns.
Cameron played his draft season with the USHL’s Cedar Rapids RoughRiders, going 24-11-5 with a 2.92 GAA and a .882 save percentage, continuing his development as a goaltender the Oilers are betting can rebound after a standout NAHL season the year before.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What team drafted Ryan Cameron? Ryan Cameron was selected by the Edmonton Oilers in the seventh round, 212th overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft.
What team did Ryan Cameron play for before the draft? He played for the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders in the USHL, after a dominant prior season with the NAHL’s Lone Star Brahmas.
What did Ryan Cameron accomplish in the NAHL? He was named NAHL Goaltender of the Year in 2024-25, leading the league in GAA and save percentage with a league-high nine shutouts.
What’s Ryan Cameron’s playing style? His former coach described him as remarkably consistent and composed for his age, with a pro-level demeanor in net.
How tall is Ryan Cameron? He stands 6-foot-2 and weighs 183 pounds.
