Capitals Land 18th Pick After Ducks’ Loss Locks In Draft Slot

Washington’s draft position is set after Anaheim’s series loss to Vegas, and the Capitals now know exactly where they sit in the 2026 NHL Draft order. That kind of clarity matters in a league where one slot can change the board, the options, and the trade calls that start flying long before the draft floor opens. The real intrigue is what Washington does with that pick, because the standings may be done but the asset game is just getting started.