In the last two NHL Drafts, teams passed on undersized Czech defenseman Tomas Galvas. After a couple of years, the Pittsburgh Penguins snagged the 20-year-old left-handed defenseman with their second pick of the second round (54th overall).
While some draft books showed Galvas at 5-foot-10, 148 pounds, it seems those measurements were his original tape. Updated books show that Galvas is up to 168 pounds.
Elite Prospects and scouting reports describe him as a defenseman who is good in transition with high-end speed, but also agility and offensive instincts. He made a mark at the 2026 World Junior Championships, helping Czechia to a silver medal. Galvas posted nine points (3-6-9) in seven games.
With Bílí Tygři Liberec of the Czech league, the zippy defender had 24 points (8-16-24) in 32 games.
He was not present at the NHL Draft.
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