Locked On NHL Prospects

In this episode, we dive into the USNTDP, looking at the team as a whole and all their notable prospects for the 2025 NHL Draft. First, we take a look at this season for the NTDP U18s and where their players are ranked. Next, we break down the 6 top-64 talents on the team, highlighted by LJ Mooney, Jack Murtagh, and William Moore. We wrap up the show by looking at the 3rd to 7th round calibre play...

In this episode, we continue our Prospect Spotlight series, in which we take a full episode deep dive on a single draft-eligible prospect, today's focus: Victor Eklund, an incessantly energetic playmaking winger with a breadth of NHL tools and habits! First, we introduce the player with his profile, statistical production, and his tools: shooting, passing, handling, Skating, and physicality. Next,...

In this episode, we continue our weekly episode accompanying our article series at Elite Prospects: Rinkside Roundup, where we break down the performances and progressions of the week's top-performing prospects. First, we take a look at Igor Chernyshov -- San Jose's 33rd overall selection in 2024 -- who has scored 18 points in his first 6 OHL games since returning from injury. Next, we break down...

In this episode, we continue our Prospect Spotlight series, in which we take a full episode deep dive on a single draft-eligible prospect, today's focus: Radim Mrtka an intelligent 6-foot-6 RD with lots of defensive upside! First, we introduce the player with his profile, statistical production, and his tools: shooting, passing, handling, Skating, and physicality. Next, we shift our attention to h...

In this episode, we check in with the top rookies across the NHL. First, we focus on the four Calder candidates: Macklin Celebrini, Lane Hutson, Matvei Michkov, and Dustin Wolf. Next we dive into ten notable rookie forwards, including Logan Stankoven, Cutter Gauthier, and Marco Kasper. Finally, we wrap up the show with the defensemen and goaltenders, highlighted by Denton Mateychuk, Leevi Merilain...

In this episode, we look at five USHL prospects whose stocks have shifted over the past two months. First, we look at Václav Nestrašil (2025) and Will Zellers (COL) who have been heating up as of late, catching fans' and scouts' eyes alike. Next, we check in with Charlie Trethewey (2025) and Adam Benák (2025) who have found more consistency in more simple roles as of late, steadying their stocks a...

In this episode, we dive into our first top 16 mock draft of the 2025 NHL Draft. First, we take a glance at the NHL standings by points percentage and run through the 16 teams in this exercise. Next, we go through picks 1 to 8, including Matthew Schaefer at 1 to the San Jose Sharks and James Hagens to Nashville at 3. Finally, we wrap up the mock draft with picks 9 through 16, featuring the Montréa...

In this episode, we continue our weekly episode accompanying our article series at Elite Prospects: Rinkside Roundup, where we break down the performances and progressions of the week's top-performing prospects. First, we take a look at Ivan Demidov who has excelled since seeing consistent top-six minutes in the KHL and could be a key piece for the Habs as soon as this Fall. Next, we look at Anton...

In this episode, we continue our Prospect Spotlight series, in which we take a full episode deep dive on a single draft-eligible prospect, today's focus: Ivan Ryabkin, a physical playmaking centre with lots of question marks! First, we introduce the player with his profile, statistical production, and his tools: shooting, passing, handling, Skating, and physicality. Next, we shift our attention to...

In this episode, we continue our weekly episode accompanying our article series at Elite Prospects: Rinkside Roundup, where we break down the performances and progressions of the week's top-performing prospects; and Hadi bids farewell in his final episode. First, we take a look at Gavin McKenna, Zayne Parekh, and Justin Poirier who have individually dominated each of the three CHL leagues, especia...

In this episode, we continue our Prospect Spotlight series, in which we take a full episode deep dive on a single draft-eligible prospect, today's focus: Anton Frondell, a physically mature goalscoring centre with strong defensive habits! First, we introduce the player with his profile, statistical production, and his trifecta of puck skills: shooting, passing, and handling. Next, we shift our att...

In this episode, we continue our Prospect Spotlight series, in which we take a full episode deep dive on a single draft-eligible prospect, today's focus: Caleb Desnoyers, a dogged two-way centre with a quick mind and playmaking instincts! First, we introduce the player with his profile, statistical production, and his trifecta of puck skills: shooting, passing, and handling. Next, we shift our att...

In this episode, we continue our Prospect Spotlight series, in which we take a full episode deep dive on a single draft-eligible prospect, today's focus: James Hagens, a transitionally dominant two-way playmaking pivot and potentially the top prospect in the 2025 NHL Draft! First, we introduce the player with his profile, statistical production, and his trifecta of puck skills: shooting, passing,...

In this episode, we break down the second round in Elite Prospects' Midterm Top 64 Rankings, looking at key storylines like Ivan Ryabkin and Jakob Ihs-Wozniak. First, we delve into the 33-45 range, highlighting players like the aforementioned pair and Haoxi Wang, who demonstrate high-end elements but remain long-term projections. Next, we look at skilled players ranked in the back half of the seco...

In this episode, we break down the recently-released rankings of Bob McKenzie's poll of NHL scouts and see some trends in the class developing. First, we delve into the top 10, paying close attention to Anton Frondell, Elliot Desnoyers, and Jake O'Brien. Next, we highlight some noteworthy players between 11 and 20, including Logan Henselr, Ivan Ryabkin, and Cullen Potter. Lastly, we wrap up the sh...

In this episode, we break down the recently-released Top 64 rankings at Elite Prospects and provide insight into some of the debates we had in the Top 32 at the meeting. First, we delve into our Top 5, making our arguments for Matthew Shaefer, James Hagens, Michael Misa, Porter Martone, and Roger McQueen. Next, we highlight some noteworthy players rounding out the top 15, including the push and pu...

In this episode, we continue our Prospect Spotlight series, in which we take a full episode deep dive on a single draft-eligible prospect, today's focus: Matthew Schaefer, a do-it-all two-way defenceman with significant #1 upside and potentially the top prospect in the 2025 NHL Draft! First, we introduce the player with his profile, statistical production, and his trifecta of puck skills: shooting...

In this episode, we look at some current storylines ranging from USHL draft-eligibles to Lane Hutson's play driving. First, we focus on the Muskegon Lumberjacks, with Ivan Ryabkin, Vaclav Nestrasil, and 2026-eligible Tynan Lawrence playing some notable games recently. Next, we look at two big forwards heating up: 2025-eligible William Horcoff with the University of Michigan and recent 3rd-overall...

In this episode, we continue our weekly episode accompanying our article series at Elite Prospects: Rinkside Roundup, where we break down the performances and progressions of the week's top-performing prospects! First, we take a look at Luca Del Bel Belluz (CBJ) who leads the AHL in points in just his second professional season and has excelled since being called up to the big leagues. Next, we lo...

In this episode, we continue our Prospect Spotlight series, in which we take a full episode deep dive on a single draft-eligible prospect, today's focus: Porter Martone, a big skilled powerforward who may well be a top 3 selection in the 2025 NHL Draft! First, we introduce the player with his profile, statistical production, and his trifecta of puck skills: shooting, passing, and handling. Next, w...

In this episode, we welcome the return of the Prospect Spotlight series, in which we take a full episode deep dive on a single draft-eligible prospect, today's focus: Michael Misa who has cemented himself in Top 3 debates while scoring nearly 2 points a game in Saginaw (OHL)! First, we introduce the player with his profile, statistical production, and his trifecta of puck skills: shooting, passing...

In this episode, we continue our weekly episode accompanying our article series at Elite Prospects: Rinkside Roundup, where we break down the performances and progressions of the week's top-performing prospects! First, we take a look at Jakub Dobeš (MTL) and Oscar Fisker Mølgaard (SEA), a pair who have shone in big professional roles so far this season. Next, we look toward snubbed Canadian forwar...

In this episode, we break down and grade standout performances from 6 teams at the 2025 World Juniors, focusing on the drafted players this time around. First, we highlight prospects from Finland, including Konsta Helenius, Petteri Rimpinen, and Aron Kiviharju. Next, we move on to Team Czechia, which featured some excellent displays including Eduard Sale and Jakub Stancl. Finally, we wrap up the s...

In this episode, we break down and grade standout performances from all 10 teams at the 2025 World Juniors, focusing on the drafted players this time around. First, we highlight prospects from the USA, including the Ryan Leonard, Cole Hutson, and Zeev Buium. Next, we move on to Team Canada, which featured some disappointing performances, but some gems as well, including goaltender Carter George. F...

In this episode, we break down the medal games of the World Junior Championships as well as the Team of the Tournament. First, we delve into USA's overtime gold medal victory over Finland, highlighting the standout performers. Next, we check out the bronze medal game in which Czechia prevailed over Sweden following a 14-round shootout. Finally, we wrap up the show with the Team of the Tournament a...