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Caleb Malhotra — 2026 NHL Draft Profile

Caleb Malhotra is one of the most consequential prospects in the 2026 NHL Draft. Manny Malhotra's son, Steve Nash's nephew. 53pts in 39 OHL games with Brantford.

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53pts in 39 OHL games with Brantford.

Among 2026 first-round prospects, Caleb grades in the top tier. The combination of compete and two-way play puts him in conversation with the highest-ceiling players in this draft class.

Scouts compare Caleb’s game to Anze Kopitar lite. The comparison reflects similar playing style, position, and the projected role at the NHL level.

✓ Strengths

CompeteTwo-way playVisionFaceoffs

△ Areas to Develop

ShotTop-end speed

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Trade scenarios: Three teams have the draft capital to trade up for Caleb. Each scenario carries different risk profiles for the acquiring team...

Comparable analysis: Among OHL prospects with similar age-adjusted production, Caleb's underlying metrics rank...

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Manny Malhotra's son, Steve Nash's nephew. 53pts in 39 OHL games with Brantford. Complete hockey package with NHL DNA.

Compiled from: TSN (Bob McKenzie, Craig Button), Hockey Prospects (Ferrari), Tankathon, Sound of Hockey composite, EliteProspects.

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Common questions about Caleb

Where will Caleb Malhotra be drafted in 2026?

In our latest 2026 NHL Mock Draft, Caleb Malhotra goes #5 overall. View the full pick analysis for the team's reasoning, scouting fit, and grade.

Who does Caleb Malhotra play like?

Most-cited NHL comparable is Anze Kopitar lite. The comparison is based on playing style, position, and projected role.

What team does Caleb Malhotra play for?

Caleb Malhotra plays for Brantford in the OHL. Caleb was born Jun 2008.

What are Caleb Malhotra's strengths?

Scouting consensus highlights Compete, Two-way play, Vision, and Faceoffs as Caleb's primary strengths. See the full strengths-and-weaknesses breakdown above.

Is Caleb Malhotra a first-round lock?

Yes. Caleb Malhotra is a tier-1 prospect on our board, projected to go in the top 10 of the 2026 NHL Draft. All major scouting boards (TSN, Tankathon, Ferrari) have Caleb in the top tier.

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