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Xavier Villeneuve — 2026 NHL Draft Profile

Xavier Villeneuve is a clear first-round talent in the 2026 NHL Draft. Undersized but incredibly mobile and smart from QMJHL blue line with Blainville-Boisbriand. Elite PP vision.

Xavier projects as a first-round selection with a clear NHL trajectory. Projection: Top-4 puck-moving D.

Scouts compare Xavier’s game to Jared Spurgeon. The comparison reflects similar playing style, position, and the projected role at the NHL level.

✓ Strengths

VisionSkatingTransition playPuck-moving

△ Areas to Develop

SizePhysical play

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📋 SCOUTING NOTES — AGGREGATED

Undersized but incredibly mobile and smart from QMJHL blue line with Blainville-Boisbriand. Elite PP vision. CS NA #15.

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

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Common questions about Xavier

Where will Xavier Villeneuve be drafted in 2026?

In our latest 2026 NHL Mock Draft, Xavier Villeneuve goes #15 overall. View the full pick analysis for the team's reasoning, scouting fit, and grade.

Who does Xavier Villeneuve play like?

Most-cited NHL comparable is Jared Spurgeon. The comparison is based on playing style, position, and projected role.

What team does Xavier Villeneuve play for?

Xavier Villeneuve plays for Blainville-Boisbriand in the QMJHL. Xavier was born Sep 2007.

What are Xavier Villeneuve's strengths?

Scouting consensus highlights Vision, Skating, Transition play, and Puck-moving as Xavier's primary strengths. See the full strengths-and-weaknesses breakdown above.

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