2026 OHL Priority Selection Date and Time

• Friday, June 12
  • Round 1 – 7:00 p.m. ET
• Saturday, June 13
  • Rounds 2-15 – 9:00 a.m. ET

Where is the 2026 OHL Priority Selection?

How to Attend the 2026 OHL Draft

• Single Day Tickets
  • Catch the opening rounds on Friday or the depth-building picks on Saturday. Perfect for fans who want to witness history in person.
• Two-Day Weekend Pass
  • Want the full OHL Draft experience? The Two-Day Weekend Pass provides access to both days of the 2026 OHL Priority Selection, allowing fans to follow every pick from start to finish while enjoying savings compared to purchasing separate daily tickets.
• Group Rates
  • Bring your minor hockey team, teammates, family members or a group of friends and experience the draft together. Special group pricing is available for parties of 10 or more.
• The VIP “Super Fan” Experience
  • Get closer to the action with the VIP "Super Fan" Experience. This premium ticket package offers fans an exclusive draft-day experience and the opportunity to be part of one of the most exciting events on the OHL calendar.

How to Watch the 2026 OHL Priority Selection Live

• FloHockey X
• FloHockey YouTube
• FloHockey Facebook

Where to Find Live 2026 OHL Draft Results

• Live pick-by-pick results
• Trade updates
• Complete draft order updates

2026 OHL Priority Selection First Round Draft Order

1. Oshawa Generals
2. Erie Otters
3. Brampton Steelheads
4. Sarnia Sting
5. Sudbury Wolves
6. Saginaw Spirit
7. Guelph Storm
8. Owen Sound Attack
9. Niagara IceDogs
10. Kingston Frontenacs
11. North Bay Battalion
12. Soo Greyhounds
13. Peterborough Petes
14. London Knights
15. Flint Firebirds
16. Windsor Spitfires
17. Barrie Colts
18. Ottawa 67’s
19. Kitchener Rangers
20. Brantford Bulldogs

Get to Know the 2026 OHL Draft Prospects

• Elite Prospects
• HockeyProspect.com
• Neutral Zone
• PDA Evaluations
• PuckPreps

What is the OHL Priority Selection?

OHL Draft History: Future NHL Stars Started Here

• Matthew Schaefer (Erie Otters, 1st overall – 2023)
• Connor McDavid (Erie Otters, 1st overall – 2012)
• Aaron Ekblad (Barrie Colts, 1st overall – 2011)
• Steven Stamkos (Sarnia Sting, 1st overall – 2006)
• John Tavares (Oshawa Generals, 1st overall – 2005)
• Mitch Marner (London Knights, 19th overall – 2013)
• Matthew Tkachuk (London Knights, 64th overall – 2013)
• Jordan Binnington (Owen Sound Attack, 40th overall – 2009)

FAQ

• The 2026 OHL Priority Selection begins at 7:00 p.m. ET on Friday, June 12 with the opening round of the draft. The event resumes at 9:00 a.m. ET on Saturday, June 13 for Rounds 2-15.

• Yes! Fans can watch the 2026 OHL Priority Selection live through FloHockey's social media platforms, including YouTube, Facebook, and X. The draft will also be available on YourTV, with additional television coverage available through Rogers TV.

• Fans can follow every pick, trade and update through the OHL's official Draft Tracker, which will provide live results throughout all 15 rounds of the draft.

• The Oshawa Generals currently hold the first overall selection in the 2026 OHL Priority Selection.

• The 2026 OHL Priority Selection consists of 15 rounds split across two days, with all 20 OHL clubs selecting eligible U16 players.

• Fans can visit the OHL's Prospect Profiles page and Top 100 Consensus Rankings to learn more about the players expected to be selected throughout the 2026 OHL Priority Selection.

“LT (Trevor Daley Jr.) is a player with the skill set to not only drive play but also get fans out of their seats with his speed, creativity, and high-end offensive ability. He is a constant threat whenever he's on the ice and has the talent to impact the game in a variety of ways”, started Raftis.

He continued, “We're thrilled to have him commit to the Hounds and continue his development in the Red and White. We look forward to helping him maximize his elite tools and take the next steps in his hockey journey as both a player and a person.”

Daley Jr., born in Dallas, TX appeared in 4 games during the 2025-26 season with the U.S. National U17 Team.

Three years prior the 5.09, 185 lb forward was a member of the Florida Alliance program where in his draft year (2024-25) with the 15O AAA club he recorded 32 goals and 55 assists (87 points) in 47 games played.

“I’m excited to sign with the Greyhounds and look forward to the upcoming season. I can’t wait to get started, play for the Red Machine, and compete in front of our passionate fans”, stated Daley Jr.

Trevor Daley Sr. starred four seasons for the Greyhounds (1999-00 to 2002-03) prior to embarking on a sixteen year NHL career.

The complete 2026-27 OHL regular season schedule will be released Tuesday, June 16.

Home Opener dates, matchups and start times are listed below.

2026 OHL U18 Priority Selection, SOO RESULTS

To view previous U18 Priority Selection history of the Greyhounds click here.

Throughout the 2025-26 season, Hound Power Inc. held various fundraising initiatives including 50-50 draws and jersey auctions in support of local youth hockey associations as well as other causes that aligned with the values of the organization and potential for impact in the community.

Thanks to the generosity and support of our fans, the foundation was able to donate $557,231.75 within Sault Ste. Marie and the Algoma District. 

Non-hockey community organizations received $37,912.15, specifically: • Joy-Full Socks - $2,000.00 • Royal Canadian Legion Branch 25 Poppy Fund - $2,351.93 • Special Olympics of SSM - $12,533.47 • Sault Area Hospital Foundation (Cancer Care) - $4,388.74 • Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation - $2,500.00 • Big Brothers, Big Sisters of SSM - $8,973.01 • YMCA of SSM - $5,165.00

Local minor hockey associations benefitted in the amount of $179,027.60, specifically: • Soo Pee Wee Hockey Association - $62,829.00 • Sault Female Hockey Association - $58,768.60 • Sault Major Hockey Association - $57,430.00

Hound Power Inc. was also pleased to be able to pay out a total of $340,292.00 to the 36 winners of the Hound Power 50/50 draw held throughout the hockey season with tickets being available both on-line and in person at home Greyhound hockey games. 

Tim Lukenda, director of the non-profit Hound Power Inc. stated, “We are extremely pleased to be able to support important community organizations and causes through the activities held in conjunction with the Soo Greyhounds.” “I’d like to give special recognition and thanks to the Greyhound coaches, staff, and players who assisted with all of these fundraising activities and made a difference in the lives of those involved,” Lukenda added.

“Cam continues to impress at every level, consistently finding ways to lead his team and drive results. A true power forward, he understands his identity as a player and combines offensive skill with a relentless willingness to compete in hard areas. Dangerous along the walls and below the dots, he has no fear of getting to the difficult parts of the ice to create offense and make an impact”, began Raftis.

He then added, “We are very excited to welcome Cam to our program and partner with him in the next stage of his development. His unique combination of size, skill, and competitiveness gives him tremendous upside, and he is the type of player who will be extremely difficult for opposing defensemen to handle as he continues to reach his full potential.”

Anderson, a product of Lake Villa, IL, appeared in 58 games with the Chicago Reapers 16U AAA hockey club this past 2025-26 season recording 32 goals and 23 assists, good for 55 points along with 74 penalty minutes.

While competing with the Reapers at the US 16U Nationals the 6.03, 191-lb forward registered 2 points (1G, 1A) in 4 games played while with a member of Team Red he had 4 points (2G, 2A) in 5 games of the 2025 Boys National 16 event.

“I’m incredibly grateful and excited for the opportunity to play hockey for such a historic city and team”, stated Anderson.

"Christopher is a lengthy defender who competes hard and makes life difficult on opposing forwards in his own zone. He is very effective in transition, using both his skating and puck-moving ability to quickly move play up ice and create offense for his teammates. We're excited to welcome Christopher to our program and look forward to supporting him as he continues his development and takes the next step in his hockey career”, stated Raftis.

Weiss, a product of Washington Township MI graduated through the Honeybaked AAA program before most recently appearing for the Oakland Jr. Grizzlies 16U AAA in 2025-26. in 60 games played the 6.3”, 190 lb blueliner recorded 8 goals and 39 assists, good for 47 points throughout Michigan Amateur Hockey Association contests and independent match-ups.

In 5 games played at the 2025 Boys National 16 tournament he recorded 4 points (1G, 3A) in five games played.

“I’m super excited about signing with the Greyhounds, and I can’t wait to get started next season! I would like to thank my family, advisor, coaches, and friends for giving me this opportunity. Go Hounds”, said Weiss on signing with the Hounds.