Egor Barabanov

ANALYSIS
Barabanov was eligible for the 2025 NHL Draft following a so-so season in the USHL (15 goals and 39 points in 56 games) and wasn't selected. He played for OHL Saginaw in 2025-26 and was one of the league's top players, finishing with 28 goals and 91 points in 68 appearances, playing the entire campaign at age 19. An elite-level playmaker, Barabanov is without a doubt one of the smartest players in the entire draft. His skating isn't great, but he's displayed an ability to work well alongside talented linemates, and his passing skills will play at any level. Due to his age, Barabanov has less runway to work with than most. However, he could be an immediate contributor for UMass Amherst in the fall.