| 1986 NHL supplemental draft | |
|---|---|
| General information | |
| Date(s) | September 17, 1986 |
| Overview | |
| 23 total selections in 2 rounds | |
| First selection |  Bob Kudelski (Los Angeles Kings) |
The 1986 NHL supplemental draft was the first NHL supplemental draft. It was held on September 17, 1986. [1]
The first round was limited to teams that missed the 1986 Stanley Cup playoffs.
| Pick # | Player | Nationality | NHL team | College (League) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — [lower-alpha 2] | Ian Kidd (D) |  United States | Detroit Red Wings | University of North Dakota (WCHA) |
| 1 | Bob Kudelski (C) | United States | Los Angeles Kings | Yale University (ECAC) |
| 2 | Glen Engevik (RW) |  Canada | New Jersey Devils | University of Denver (WCHA) |
| 3 | Jeff Lamb (F) | United States | Pittsburgh Penguins | University of Denver (WCHA) |
| 4 | Jeff Capello (LW) | Canada | Buffalo Sabres | University of Vermont (Hockey East) |
| [3] | ||||
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