NHL Draft lottery live results: Updated picks order for every team in No. 1 overall sweepstakes
The Sporting News tracked the results of the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery. Keep up with the complete order for picks 1-16.
www.sportingnews.comHere are the latest NHL Draft Lottery results for 2026 based on recent reports:
- No. 1 overall pick: Toronto Maple Leafs
- Odds and order for the top selections (as reported): Vancouver Canucks 18.5%, Chicago Blackhawks 13.5%, New York Rangers 11.5%, Calgary Flames 9.5%, Toronto Maple Leafs 8.5%, Seattle Kraken 7.5%, Winnipeg Jets 6.5%, Florida Panthers 6.0%, San Jose Sharks 5.0%, Nashville Predators 3.5%, St. Louis Blues 3.0%, New Jersey Devils 2.5%, New York Islanders 2.0%, Columbus Blue Jackets 1.5%, St. Louis Blues (via DET) 0.5%, Washington Capitals 0.5%.
Notes:
- The lottery was held on May 5, 2026, with ESPN/Sportsnet/TV partners carrying the broadcast.[3]
- Toronto’s selection gives them the No. 1 pick for the 2026 draft year, reflecting the official results after the draw.[5][3]
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Citations:
- NHL Draft Lottery set for May 5 and theTop odds table[3]
- Toronto Maple Leafs win No. 1 overall pick report and details[2]
- Official lottery results coverage and order update[1]