Chase Reid is projected to be the first defenceman selected in the upcoming 2026 NHL Draft. The draft will take place on June 26 and 27 in Buffalo. Reid, a right-shot defenceman from the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds of the OHL, stands at 6-foot-2 and weighs 195 pounds.
The San Jose Sharks hold the No. 2 pick in this draft, and they are closely monitoring Reid’s progress. Many analysts believe he has the potential to become a franchise player. Gavin McKenna is expected to go first overall to the Toronto Maple Leafs, with Caleb Malhotra and Ivar Stenberg following closely behind.
Dave Hall, a prominent hockey analyst, praised Reid’s abilities. He stated, “Reid’s got that dynamic vision and that dynamism in his game.” Hall emphasized that Reid is likely to be a top power play quarterback and a key offensive defenceman.
As teams finalize their strategies for the draft, attention remains on how high Reid will be selected. The Sharks could make a significant move if they choose him at No. 2.