Calder Trophy Favorites: Top NHL Rookies to Watch in 2026-27 Season
Hagens, McKenna, Martone, and other standout first-year players are contenders for the Calder Trophy; this is your guide to the 2026-27 NHL rookie class to monitor.
Rachel Kryshak Sep 17, 2026, 07:00 AM ET Close Rachel Kryshak is a professional data consultant specializing in data communication and modelling. She's worked in the NHL and consulted for professional teams across North American and Europe. She hosts the Staff & Graph Podcast and discusses sports from a data-driven perspective.
_Originally reported by [ESPN](https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/49957147/nhl-2026-27-rookie-rankings-top-players-mckenna-martone-stenberg-hagens)._
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