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Tuesday, April 7, 2026

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NHL Draft Lottery Determines Top Pick Order

The NHL Draft Lottery determined the order for the first 16 picks of the upcoming draft. The San Jose Sharks secured the top pick, with Macklin Celebrini widely expected to be selected first overall.

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Angels Defeat Mariners; Trout's Performance Sparks Optimism

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Golden Knights Defeat Ducks 2-1 in Game 1

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Angels Defeat Yankees, 5-2; Trout Homers

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Celebrini Reaches Milestone, Joins Elite NHL Company

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