2026 NHL Draft Prospect Report – David Vermirovsky (G)

Recently ranked third among international goalies by NHL Central Scouting, Vermirovsky clearly
has traits that attract attention. He is not a traditionally polished technical goalie, but he brings a
strong toolkit. His size and skating ability stand out, and in this game, his efficiency in the crease
was particularly noticeable. His movements were calculated, and he used his lower body
effectively to cover space with minimal effort. He stayed in position without over-sliding and
used his frame well in the butterfly to take away space up high. However, puck tracking and
reaction time remain concerns, particularly on his blocker side. He occasionally lost sight of the
puck or reacted late, even without traffic. While I like his upside, I would not rank him as high as
Central Scouting does. A selection around the fifth round feels more appropriate.