Top 10 NHL Player Jerseys Fans Are Wearing in 2026-27
Which NHL player jerseys are fans actually wearing this season? The most recent full-season answer is the NHL's 2025-26 jersey sales ranking, released on 18 April 2026 (HockeyFeed). Connor Bedard was No. 1, ahead of Alex Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby. That list counts sales through the league's own retail channels, not Sports Jersey Direct sales. No 2026-27 list has been published yet.
We've refreshed this guide for 2026-27. The top 10 below follows that ranking in order, with each player's early-season form and the matching fan-style jersey from our hockey jerseys collection. Stats are from NHL.com and run through Sunday 1 November 2026.
Top 10 NHL Player Jerseys Fans Are Wearing in 2026-27
1. Connor Bedard â Chicago Blackhawks
Bedard finished No. 1 on the NHL's 2025-26 jersey sales ranking (HockeyFeed). He set career highs last season with 30 goals and 75 points, then came back from summer shoulder surgery weeks ahead of schedule on 13 October. He has 9 points in his first 8 games back.
The white #98 Blackhawks design with red-and-black striping is the look fans associate with Chicago's young captain.
Shop the Connor Bedard #98 fan jersey
2. Alex Ovechkin â Washington Capitals
Ovechkin was No. 2 on the 2025-26 list, and this season gives fans a reason to wear #8 every night. On 5 October he announced that 2026-27 will be his final NHL season, his 22nd, all of them with Washington. He is the league's all-time goals leader with 929 regular-season goals. This is the last chance to see him play.
A red #8 Capitals jersey is the obvious way to mark a farewell season.
Shop the Alex Ovechkin #8 fan jersey
3. Sidney Crosby â Pittsburgh Penguins
Crosby ranked No. 3. Like Ovechkin, he is playing his 22nd season with one franchise (Capitals). He has 10 points in 14 games so far.
The black-and-gold #87 is one of the most recognisable looks in hockey.
Shop the Sidney Crosby #87 fan jersey
4. Jack Hughes â New Jersey Devils
Hughes was No. 4 in 2025-26 and has started this season with 16 points in 14 games.
The white #86 Devils jersey with its red-and-black trim is a sharp pick for fans of the league's most creative puck-handlers.
Shop the Jack Hughes #86 fan jersey
5. Connor McDavid â Edmonton Oilers
McDavid was No. 5 on last season's list, but no player has a hotter start in 2026-27. He leads the NHL with 39 points (9 goals, 30 assists) in 15 games, has a point in every game, and on 1 November became the fastest player to reach 30 assists in a season in NHL history, beating Wayne Gretzky's 16-game mark.
The orange #97 Oilers jersey is the one to watch on next spring's list. You can read more in our McDavid opening-week fan jersey guide.
Shop the Connor McDavid #97 fan jersey
6. Nathan MacKinnon â Colorado Avalanche
MacKinnon ranked No. 6 and is among the league's top scorers again, with 24 points in 14 games.
The burgundy #29 Avalanche jersey with blue shoulders is a staple for Colorado fans.
Shop the Nathan MacKinnon #29 fan jersey
7. Cale Makar â Colorado Avalanche
Makar made it two Avalanche players in the top 10, at No. 7. He has 15 points in 13 games from the blue line.
The navy #8 design gives Colorado fans a darker alternative to the classic burgundy.
Shop the Cale Makar #8 fan jersey
8. David Pastrnak â Boston Bruins
Pastrnak ranked No. 8 and is still Boston's top scoring threat, with 19 points in 15 games.
The white #88 Bruins jersey with black-and-gold trim works for game nights and everyday wear.
Shop the David Pastrnak #88 fan jersey
9. Auston Matthews â Toronto Maple Leafs
Matthews was No. 9 in 2025-26 and has started 2026-27 with 11 goals and 24 points in 16 games.
The white #34 Maple Leafs jersey with its blue leaf crest is a classic for Toronto fans.
Shop the Auston Matthews #34 fan jersey
10. Macklin Celebrini â San Jose Sharks
Celebrini made the top 10 in only his second NHL season, and he has 16 points in 13 games so far in 2026-27.
The white #71 Sharks jersey with teal and black trim is the pick for fans who want a rising star.
Shop the Macklin Celebrini #71 fan jersey
Who could climb the list in 2026-27?
The next ranking will reflect this season. McDavid's record-setting start and Ovechkin's farewell tour are the two biggest stories to watch. Edmonton's Leon Draisaitl is second in league scoring with 28 points, so he could push his way in too. If you want a #29 Oilers look, see the Leon Draisaitl fan jersey.
Tips before you pick a hockey jersey
- Check the fit. Hockey jerseys are cut roomy so they can go over pads. If you'll wear yours over a T-shirt or hoodie, check the size chart on the product page first.
- Pick a colourway. Many players come in home (dark) and away (white) designs, so choose the one you'll wear most.
- Go custom. Want your own name and number? Use our custom hockey jerseys or the custom order page.
Final thoughts
Bedard, Ovechkin and Crosby topped the last full-season ranking. McDavid is setting the pace this season, and Celebrini shows how quickly a new star can break in. Whichever player you follow, you'll find a fan-style jersey for them in our hockey jerseys collection, and we'll update this list when the next ranking comes out. For more ideas, see our Top 5 NHL hockey jerseys for 2026.
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