'He's A Franchise No. 1 Center': NHL Draft Prospect Caleb Malhotra Is His Own Guy

Jun 11, 2026

Manny Malhotra was just announced as the new coach of the Vancouver Canucks, while son Caleb is now going through that last grind before the 2026 NHL draft, where he is the top-ranked center available.

Sure, the draft combine can be a drain with all the physical tests and interviews, but now Malhotra is enjoying the perks of being a top prospect as he was invited to the Stanley Cup final in Vegas, where he and a handful of other big names took in practice and got to chat with NHLers.

Caleb Malhotra said he's most proud of his dad, Manny Malhotra, for getting the Vancouver Canucks' coaching job. The big drama surrounding the prospect will come on draft day, but he's his own guy, wherever he goes.

thehockeynews.com'He's A Franchise No. 1 Center': NHL Draft Prospect Caleb Malhotra Is His Own GuyCaleb Malhotra said he's most proud of his dad, Manny Malhotra, for getting the Vancouver Canucks' coaching job. The big drama surrounding the prospect will come on draft day, but he's his own guy, wherever he goes.

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