Locked On NHL Prospects

In this episode, we look at undersized players who have reached NHL stardom and dig into their games to see which common elements helped them secure successful careers, including elite skill, pace, motor, intelligence, habits, and more! First, we talk about Johnny Gaudreau, his impact on the sport and how he reached stardom by doubling down on his skill and creativity. Next, we look at players who...

If financially feasible, please consider joining the hockey world in supporting the family of Matthew Gaudreau: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-madeline-and-baby-tripp-after-tragedy In this episode, we continue our series breaking down every NHL team's 2024 draft class, prospect pool, and 2024-25 season outlook and expectations, with a deep dive on the St. Louis Blues! First, we dig into the 20...

In this episode, we dig into the top draft-eligible talents in the regions we will be focusing on this season at Elite Prospects: the QMJHL and USHL. First, we discuss the Ryder Ritchie for Tomas Mrsic trade in the WHL. Next, Hadi leaps into his QMJHL draft-eligible breakdown, featuring as many as 5 potential 1st round talents, highlighted by Caleb Desnoyers. Finally, Sebastian digs into the 2025...

In this episode, we analyze the big prospect trade between Nashville and San Jose, sending top goaltending prospect Yaroslav Askarov to the Bay Area in return for David Edstrom, Magnus Chrona, and a 2025 1st round selection! First, we talk about the biggest piece in the deal, Askarov, and how he fits into what the Sharks are building. Next, we dig into the return, looking at Edstrom's clear streng...

In this episode, we analyze the big prospect trade between Pittsburgh and Winnipeg: Rutger McGroarty for Brayden Yager 1-for-1! First, we outline the trade as a whole, and discuss the surrounding situation that led to the deal. Next, we dig into Rutger McGroarty's game and highlight his strengths, weaknesses, and NHL projection. Finally, we look at Brayden Yager and what the Winnipeg Jets can hope...

In this episode, we continue our series breaking down every NHL team's 2024 draft class, prospect pool, and 2024-25 season outlook and expectations, with a deep dive on the Detroit Red Wings! First, we dig into the 2024 draft haul, highlighted by the talent of Michael Brandsegg-Nygård, and assign the class a letter grade. Next, we dig into the prospect pool as a whole, pointing out the most notabl...

In this episode, we take a deep dive on the LA Kings and their 3 biggest young talents alongside the Locked On LA Kings! First, we look into Quinton Byfield, his breakout campaign, and how much further his development could take him. Next, we check out recent 1st round selection Liam Greentree and highlight the areas of his game that shine particularly brightly. Finally, we wrap up the show with a...

In this episode, we continue our series breaking down every NHL team's 2024 draft class, prospect pool, and 2024-25 season outlook and expectations, with a deep dive on the Pittsburgh Penguins! First, we dig into the 2024 draft haul, highlighted by the additions of Harrison Brunicke and Tanner Howe, and assign the class a letter grade. Next, we dig into the prospect pool as a whole, pointing out t...

In this episode, we continue our series breaking down every NHL team's 2024 draft class, prospect pool, and 2024-25 season outlook and expectations, with a deep dive on the Minnesota Wild! First, we dig into the 2024 draft haul, highlighted by the talent of Zeev Buium, and assign the class a letter grade. Next, we dig into the prospect pool as a whole, pointing out the most notable young talents a...

In this episode, we break down the top performers at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup from Teams USA, Slovakia, Finland, Germany, and Switzerland! First, we dig into Team USA, which featured stars and breakout candidates alike, ranging from Blake Fiddler to Matthew Lansing! Next, we look at Team Slovakia, headlined by a 15(!) year-old player in Timothy Kazda. Finally, we round out the episode with a discuss...

In this episode, we break down the top performers at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup from Canada, Czechia, and Sweden, the three teams on the podium! First, we dig into Team Canada, which featured stars and breakout candidates alike, ranging from Matthew Schaefer to Jack Ivankovic to Caleb Desnoyers! Next, we look at Team Czechia, who Hadi was especially impressed with, having attended the entire tournamen...

In this episode, we continue our series breaking down every NHL team's 2024 draft class, prospect pool, and 2024-25 season outlook and expectations, with a deep dive on the Philadelphia Flyers! First, we dig into the 2024 draft haul, highlighted by the talent of Jett Luchanko, and assign the class a letter grade. Next, we dig into the prospect pool as a whole, pointing out the most notable young t...

In this episode, we continue our series breaking down every NHL team's 2024 draft class, prospect pool, and 2024-25 season outlook and expectations, with a deep dive on the Buffalo Sabres! First, we dig into the 2024 draft haul, highlighted by the elite talent of Konsta Helenius, and assign the class a letter grade. Next, we dig into the prospect pool as a whole, pointing out the most notable youn...

In this episode, we answer your questions! In the first segment, we look ahead at some skilled prospects in the 2025 draft class who may not be getting the attention they deserve just yet, even if they are potential 1st rounders. Next, we answer a couple Habs-related questions about the organization's prospects. Finally, we wrap up the show answering your last questions, including how Sebastian an...

In this episode, we present our ranking of the past 10 1st overall picks, ranging from Owen Power to Connor McDavid! First, we start off with our bottom 3, featuring excellent hockey players who have either developed more slowly than hoped or, with hindsight, may not have gone 1st Overall. Next, we break down our 7th through 4th ranked players, including Juraj Slafkovsky, Rasmus Dahlin, and Mackli...

In this episode, we present our top-10 NHL prospects drafted outside the 1st round with less than 40 NHL games to their names! First, we check out our honorable mentions and the 10-8 range of our rankings, featuring players like Igor Chernyshov and Tristan Luneau. Next, we continue our countdown to #1 with the 7-4 range, including star prospects like Trey Augustine and Jacob Fowler. Finally, we wr...

In this episode, we present our top-10 two-way forwards affiliated with NHL teams and yet to play an NHL game! First, we check out our honorable mentions and the 10-8 range of our rankings, featuring players like Noah Östlund and Dalibor Dvorsky. Next, we continue our countdown to #1 with the 7-4 range, including star prospects like Jett Luchanko, Oliver Moore, and Ryan Leonard. Finally, we wrap u...

In this episode, we present our top-10 powerforwards among NHL prospects with 1 or less NHL games played. We start off with our 3 honorable mentions, before kicking off the Top 10 by covering our 10th to 8th best powerforward prospects, including Igor Chernyshov of the San Jose Sharks. Next, we continue the countdown to #1 and focus on players such as Jimmy Snuggerud and Rutger McGroarty. Finally,...

In this episode, we present our top-25 NHL skater prospects yet to play an NHL game, breaking down what each player does well, what they could improve on, and how they project at the NHL level. First, we start off at 25 and work our way up to 18, including players like Dalibor Dvorsky, Anton Silayev, and Quentin Musty. Next, we check out the 17-9 range, featuring elite talents including the likes...

In this episode, we look at NHL teams' drafting tendencies, which profiles they value more or less than others, and what this means for the NHL itself! First, we delve into two of the main profiles NHL teams have been stacking up on in recent drafts; wrapping up this topic in the second segment with more examples. Last, we look at a few profiles of players that deserve more attention than NHL team...

In this episode, we continue our series breaking down every NHL team's 2024 draft class, prospect pool, and 2024-25 season outlook and expectations, with a deep dive on the New Jersey Devils! First, we dig into the 2024 draft haul, highlighted by the elite talent of Anton Silayev, and assign the class a letter grade. Next, we dig into the prospect pool as a whole, pointing out the most notable you...

In this episode, we continue our series breaking down every NHL team's 2024 draft class, prospect pool, and 2024-25 season outlook and expectations, with a deep dive on the Calgary Flames! First, we dig into the 2024 draft haul, highlighted by the elite talent of Zayne Parekh, and assign the class a letter grade. Next, we dig into the prospect pool as a whole, pointing out the most notable young t...

In this episode, we continue our series breaking down every NHL team's 2024 draft class, prospect pool, and 2024-25 season outlook and expectations, with a deep dive on the Seattle Kraken! First, we dig into the 2024 draft haul, highlighted by the elite talent of Berkly Catton, and assign the class a letter grade. Next, we dig into the prospect pool as a whole, pointing out the most notable young...

In this episode, we continue our series breaking down every NHL team's 2024 draft class, prospect pool, and 2024-25 season outlook and expectations, with a deep dive on the Ottawa Senators! First, we dig into the 2024 draft haul, highlighted by the elite talent of Carter Yakemchuk, and assign the class a letter grade. Next, we dig into the prospect pool as a whole, pointing out the most notable yo...

In this episode, we continue our series breaking down every NHL team's 2024 draft class, prospect pool, and 2024-25 season outlook and expectations, with a deep dive on the Utah Hockey Club! First, we dig into the 2024 draft haul, highlighted by the elite talent of Tij Iginla, and assign the class a letter grade. Next, we dig into the prospect pool as a whole, pointing out the most notable young t...