Alberts Smits: NHL Draft Prospect Shining in Latvia

About this episode

The episode discusses Alberts Smits, a promising NHL draft prospect from Latvia.

Alberts Smits, an 18-year-old Latvian defenseman, is making waves as a top NHL draft prospect for 2026. Standing at six foot three, Smits showcased his skills at the Winter Olympics, logging over 17 minutes per game with two assists. Known for his two-way play, hes drawing attention from teams like the Flames, who could benefit from his size, mobility, and offensive contributions. Smits, who started in Latvian hockey before moving to Finland and Germany, has impressed scouts with his pro readiness and battle-tested performance. With a strong showing in international tournaments and the power play, hes ranked high on many draft boards, potentially solidifying the Flames blueline for years to come. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2e47c9410ae4defe

People in this episode

Host: The Daily News Now!

Guest: Alberts Smits

Topics covered

• NHL Draft
• Hockey Prospects
• Latvian Hockey
• Calgary Flames
• International Tournaments

Keywords

• Alberts Smits
• NHL Draft
• Calgary Flames
• Latvian defenseman
• Winter Olympics
• hockey prospects

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Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Calgary Flames

Places: Latvia, Finland, Germany

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