OSY Rentals has officially announced the opening of its 15th Annual Free Hockey Draft. The popular event, which draws participants looking for a chance to win significant prizes, is now accepting entries. OSY Rentals confirms it is bringing back the draft after what sources described as "months of intense negotiations," although the company noted there were "absolutely zero salary cap concerns" involved in its return. League insiders, as reported by OSY Rentals, have characterized the draft as "completely unnecessary, wildly competitive, and somehow still free."
Participation in the draft is entirely free, requiring no entry fee. Each individual is permitted one entry. OSY Rentals emphasizes that no prior hockey knowledge is necessary to participate or even to win. The company stated that "some of our best players have probably never watched a full game," indicating that the pool is accessible to everyone regardless of their familiarity with the sport. To enter, individuals simply need to provide their name and select players from a provided list.
The deadline for all entries is September 29, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. Participants are encouraged to enter their selections well before this cutoff.
The grand prize for the draft winner includes two NHL playoff tickets for games in the first two rounds. This prize package also covers flights and hotel accommodations, with OSY Rentals confirming they will cover these expenses, stating the winner could be "watching an NHL playoff game on our dime." Beyond the grand prize, weekly prizes are also offered, valued at approximately $150 to $200 or more. These rewards reportedly include various items such as jerseys, spirits, spices, and golf accessories, alongside "other highly questionable rewards," according to OSY Rentals. Even those who do not finish at the top of the standings still have a chance to win some of these prizes.
The annual draft has seen considerable growth since its inception. What began with "a couple hundred people" has expanded "quite a bit over the years," OSY Rentals noted. The company encourages current and potential participants to share information about the draft with friends, family, coworkers, and neighbors. OSY Rentals suggests that competing and winning against others in a free hockey pool can be a unique way to build friendships.
OSY Rentals is primarily known for its work in the Western Canadian oil and gas industry, where it specializes in Vapour Tight Tank Packages, flares, knockouts, and separators. The company prides itself on providing "safe, timely service, quality solutions and technical excellence" to this sector. Despite the success and long-standing tradition of the free hockey draft, OSY Rentals candidly admitted they had "no idea" how running the free NHL hockey draft became part of its business plan. They conclude by encouraging participation, suggesting that with no cost to enter, individuals have nothing to lose, whether they "choose wisely" or not.