Petes Select Czech Forward Patrik Poláček 37th Overall in the 2026 CHL Import Draft

PHOTO: Eliska Svobodova - hcsparta.cz The annual CHL Import Draft took place on Tuesday, June 30. The Peterborough Petes made one selection, drafting Czech forward Patrik Poláček with the 37th overall pick. “Patrik is a big, strong forward who plays physically, forechecks hard, and drives the net,” noted Petes General Manager and Vice President of Operations Michael Oke. “Our coaching staff, scouts, and myself have had the opportunity to watch him on video and in-person at various international events, where he made a favourable impression on all of us. We believe that Patrik demonstrates the qualities that we look for...