Introduction

NHL 26 raises the bar within the saga with improvements in physics, AI, and the X-Factors system. This guide is designed to help you achieve 100% of the trophies with a practical and organized approach, covering everything from total club management in Franchise Mode to competitive play in World of CHEL and team building in HUT.

To respect copyright, we do not reproduce the official list one by one, but you will find detailed explanations by category, clear tactics for the most demanding challenges, and a suggested route that avoids repetition and blockages. If you play in short sessions, we also propose progress blocks of 20-40 minutes.

Types of Trophies in NHL 26

• Platinum: achieved by unlocking all other trophies.
• Gold: major season milestones, championships, and significant records.
• Silver: advanced progression, competitive and management milestones.
• Bronze: specific plays, introductory achievements, and basic challenges.

In terms of difficulty, online modes (CHEL and HUT) concentrate the highest demands due to matchmaking and current goals. The offline content (Be a Pro and Franchise) is more manageable and allows you to control variables.

Trophies for Be a Pro

Key Objective: Rookie of the Year + Champion

Plan your rookie year to aim for the Rookie of the Year award and the Stanley Cup in the same season. Play key matches (direct rivals and final stretch), achieve a high points average, and participate in special situations (PP and PK) to add impact.

MVP Performance (Hart Memorial)

If you’re going for the MVP award, choose an offensive role (C or RW), boost attributes like speed, puck control, and shot accuracy. Adjust sliders if you seek consistent statistics, but without distorting the challenge.

Reputation and Contract Management

Respond in dialogues and coach objectives; maintaining a high relationship will earn you more minutes and top lines. After two elite seasons, big contract offers will appear. Accepting a top contract activates career trophies.

Practical Tips

• Difficulty: «Professional» or higher to ensure the correct milestone count.
• Selective Simulation: simulate matches against weak opponents, play the decisive ones.
• X-Factors: activate those that truly enhance your style (Sniper, Puckhandler, etc.).
• Training: improves micro-skills (faceoffs, dekes, wrist shots) that can decide close matches.

Trophies in Franchise Mode

Breaking Records and Elevating the Winning Culture

For franchise tournaments and records, create a balanced lineup and secure goaltending. Manage fatigue and use special teams managers to optimize Power Play and Penalty Kill.

Expansion Team and Customization

Design Team 33 with its own identity: logo, uniforms, and stadium. Reaching playoffs and high rounds activates relevant milestones; save checkpoints before the draft and free agency.

Efficient Scouting

Send scouts specializing in CHL and Europe. Look for gems and steals from mid-rounds; a high-accuracy report in several regions often counts towards management achievements.

GM Shortcuts

• Schedule in blocks of 10–15 games with review of streaks and morale.
• Negotiate contracts before ratings rise to save budget.
• Evaluate line chemistry; a high synergy multiplies production without expensive signings.

Trophies from World of CHEL

CHEL is the cooperative competitive heart: Drop-Ins, Clubs, 3v3 Arcade. The key is coordination and a solid build.

Win in Every Main Mode

Complete victories in Drop-In, Clubs, and 3v3. If you go solo, focus on positioning and safe passes; with friends, define roles (playmaker, sniper, two-way D).

Prestige and X-Factors Online

Level up with daily consistency. When unlocking an online X-Factor, remember to equip it and play a full match for it to count.

Complete Customization

Complete your slots for helmet, gloves, stick, and skates. The basic pieces from the catalog are sufficient; premium items are not mandatory for the trophy.

Tips to Win More

• Simple Breakouts: first pass along the wall, support from the C in neutral zone.
• Power Play: form 1–3–1; look for cross one-timers from the circle.
• Penalty Kill: compact box; avoid chasing the puck and prioritize passing lanes.

Trophies from Hockey Ultimate Team (HUT)

In HUT, you build your roster with cards, unlock packs, and complete sets. This is where the timing of events and the market make the difference.

HUT Champions: The First Victory

Qualify and take advantage of the first weekends when matchmaking is more heterogeneous. Adjust conservative tactics and prioritize first-touch shots.

Complete Sets and Collections

Start with low-demand weekly sets before moving on to legendary collections. Recycle duplicates and use the market to fill specific gaps without overpaying.

Open an Elite Pack Wisely

Save coins and open packs during promos or events; increase the probability of useful cards. Don’t spend everything on the first day of the season.

Daily Routine of 20 Minutes

• Quick challenges + login rewards.
• Check the market (buy low, sell high during demand peaks).
• 1–2 games to progress on weekly objectives.

General and Skill Trophies

These are achievements for specific plays, saves, and technical goals. Although they are usually bronze, they can be tricky if you don’t force them in a controlled environment.

Key Plays That Typically Count for Achievements

• Skill Goal (deke + shot): practice in training; execute the deke while entering through the center lane and finish with a wrist shot.
• Winning Tip: place your forward in front of the goalie and look for tips on shots from the blue line.
• 1v1 Save as Goalie: play a friendly controlling the goalie; close the angle and slide to the far post.
• Overtime Victory: activate possession strategy and look for a 2–1 in transition.
• Goal After Line Change: call a change and score with the newly entered player.

Recommended Setup to Practice Them

• Quick matches without accelerated clock.
• Medium/high difficulty to ensure they count correctly.
• Disable penalties if you are trying to get tips in the slot constantly.

Suggested Route for the Platinum Trophy

Stage 1 — Be a Pro (Solid Foundation)

Invest the first 20–25 hours in your player career. Prioritize individual milestones (Rookie of the Year, MVP, personal records) and key season matches. Simulate wisely through the softer schedule.

Stage 2 — Franchise Mode (Management and Records)

Build a contender, manage scouting, and chase the title. Save before critical decisions (draft, free agency). By the end of this stage, you will have completed a large part of the offline content.

Stage 3 — HUT (Daily Progress)

Move to HUT with a daily routine of 20 minutes + 60–90 minute sessions on weekends for Champions. Complete simple sets to ensure a stable trophy each week.

Stage 4 — World of CHEL (Cooperative)

Join an active club or create one with friends. Define roles and systems (forecheck 1-2-2, controlled exits, 1–3–1 in PP). This stage defines a large part of the difficulty for platinum.

Stage 5 — Cleanup (Final Checklist)

• Tips, dekes, and situational goals in friendlies.
• Review equipment and customization trophies.
• Check «full match» when the trophy requires it.
• Review online achievements that depend on equipping X-Factors.

Frequently Asked Questions (QA)

Can I achieve platinum playing solo?

Offline trophies yes; to complete 100% you will need CHEL and HUT, which are online.

Does difficulty affect trophies?

For performance milestones, play on «Professional» or higher to ensure correct tracking.

Can I simulate seasons in Franchise?

Yes, but play the key matches and use saves before critical GM decisions.

How long does it take to achieve 100%?

Around 60–80 hours, depending on skill and online results.

Are there missable trophies?

Some can become tedious if you leave the online ones for last; prioritize them in stages 3–4.

In Summary

With this route, you will control progress in Be a Pro and Franchise before facing the competitive core of CHEL and HUT. Alternating offline progress with online sessions is the most efficient formula to achieve platinum without burning out in the process.

• Plan weekly goals (HUT) and series goals (CHEL).
• Reinforce the micro-skills that unlock the most trophies (dekes, tips, OT).
• Use multiple saves and don’t hesitate to restart a key attempt.

Goal: raise your 100% banner and enjoy the process. See you on the ice!