2026 Draft Needs
2026 Draft Outlook
Pittsburgh holds #22. The Penguins' transition from a Cup window to a reload continues with another mid-first-round pick.
2026 Draft Picks Held
✓ Post-Lottery Order · Updated May 6, 2026 with final draft order from the May 5 lottery.
The Penguins hold 5 picks across all 7 rounds in 2026, including 1 first-round selection.
R1#22
R2#39via WPG
R2#54
R3#86
R4no pick
R5no pick
R6#170via NSH
R7no pick
Draft Strategy
Picking at #22 post-lottery puts the team in the late first round, where draft depth meets development upside. The May 5 lottery finalized the order — the next decision is which prospect aligns with organizational needs and long-term roster construction.
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