Landon DuPont Establishes Early Dominance as 2027 Draft Favorite
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The Michigan Wolverines defenseman is drawing elite marks for his speed, vision, and two-way impact after transitioning from the WHL.
Landon DuPont has emerged as the top-rated pre-season prospect for the 2027 NHL Draft, according to analysis from Sportsnet. A 6-foot, 190-pound right-shot defenseman now playing for the Michigan Wolverines, DuPont arrives in the NCAA after a prolific tenure with the Everett Silvertips of the WHL, where he recorded 35 goals and 98 assists in 127 regular-season games, alongside 10 goals and 28 assists in 28 playoff contests.
In his first four games with Michigan, DuPont has averaged nearly 19 minutes of ice time and 19 shifts per game. Reporting from Sportsnet notes that DuPont is quarterbacking the Wolverines' top power-play unit, contributing five assists and a plus-7 rating. While primarily utilized at even strength and on the power play, he has also served a secondary role on the penalty kill.
Sportsnet's analysis highlights DuPont's elite ratings in speed, skill, and impact, noting his ability to drive play, win possession, and maintain defensive responsibility. His transition to the NCAA involves facing more mature bodies and older competition, including upcoming matchups against high-ranked Big Ten opponents such as No. 3 Michigan State, No. 6 Wisconsin, No. 14 Minnesota, and No. 17 Penn State, as well as the defending champion University of Denver Pioneers.