Vaclav Raichl

Player Overview Vaclav Raichl is a 19-year-old Czech forward developing within the HC Litvinov organization, with documented exposure to Czech Extraliga competition that places him ahead of many U20 peers in terms of professional seasoning heading into the 2026 draft cycle.

Current Production Over his last 10 games at the U20 level, Raichl has posted 4 goals and 2 assists for 6 points, a modest but steady offensive rate that suggests reliable finish over elite playmaking at this stage of his development.

Key Attributes His goal-scoring pace at the U20 level — four goals across a 10-game sample — points to a player who can locate himself in scoring areas and convert with consistency, which is a repeatable skill rather than a hot streak. His Extraliga appearances against senior Czech competition at age 19 indicate a compete level and physical readiness that the organization trusts in high-demand situations. Those attributes give him a professional foundation that pure junior players at this draft stage typically lack.

2026 Draft Outlook Raichl projects as a mid-to-late round candidate in the 2026 NHL Draft, likely in the range where teams prioritize upside in European forwards with professional exposure. His minus-5 over the last 10 games at the U20 level is a concern that defensive structure and positioning will need to show measurable improvement before June to push him into earlier consideration.