Nikita Kucherov Dominates NHL 26 Winger Ratings: Full Breakdown of Top 20 Wingers
Discover the top 20 wingers in NHL 26 as Nikita Kucherov leads the pack with a stellar 96 OVR rating. Explore the full list and key stats.
Following the release of the defender ratings in NHL 26, EA Sports has unveiled the top 20 wingers for the upcoming season. Nikita Kucherov of the Tampa Bay Lightning has secured the top spot with an impressive 96 OVR, making him the fourth highest-rated player overall. Known for his Playmaker style, Kucherov excels in Passing, Offensive Awareness, Deking, and Puck Control, making him a formidable force on the ice.
Top 3 Wingers
- Nikita Kucherov -- Tampa Bay Lightning (96 OVR)
- David Pastrnak -- Boston Bruins (94 OVR)
- Kirill Kaprizov -- Minnesota Wild (94 OVR)
Key Highlights
- David Pastrnak and Kirill Kaprizov round out the podium, both with a 94 OVR. Pastrnak edges out Kaprizov in most categories and even surpasses Kucherov in Acceleration and Speed.
- Mikko Rantanen, Matthew Tkachuk, and Sam Reinhart follow closely with a 93 OVR.
Full List of Top 20 Wingers
| Player | Team | OVR |
|---|---|---|
| Nikita Kucherov | Tampa Bay Lightning | 96 |
| David Pastrnak | Boston Bruins | 94 |
| Kirill Kaprizov | Minnesota Wild | 94 |
| Mikko Rantanen | Dallas Stars | 93 |
| Matthew Tkachuk | Florida Panthers | 93 |
| Sam Reinhart | Florida Panthers | 93 |
| Artemi Panarin | New York Rangers | 92 |
| William Nylander | Toronto Maple Leafs | 92 |
| Mitch Marner | Vegas Golden Knights | 92 |
| Kyle Connor | Winnipeg Jets | 92 |
| Jesper Bratt | New Jersey Devils | 91 |
| Alex Ovechkin | Washington Capitals | 90 |
| Brandon Hagel | Tampa Bay Lightning | 90 |
| Clayton Keller | Utah Mammoth | 90 |
| Matt Boldy | Minnesota Wild | 89 |
| Brad Marchand | Florida Panthers | 89 |
| Jake Guentzel | Tampa Bay Lightning | 89 |
| Lucas Raymond | Detroit Red Wings | 89 |
| Kirill Marchenko | Columbus Blue Jackets | 89 |
| Mark Stone | Vegas Golden Knights | 89 |
Conclusion
With Nikita Kucherov leading the charge, the winger ratings in NHL 26 promise an exciting season ahead. Stay tuned for more updates and in-depth analysis as we approach the release date.
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