Locked On NHL Prospects

If your team is on the lookout for a heavy, mean, deftly skilled, and heavy shooting power forward in the draft, Oscar Hemming is the premier option in the Top 15 range. Despite missing over half a year to off-ice disputes over his eligibility to play outside Finland, he didn't miss a beat when he hit the ice with Boston College in December. With a blend of a high floor and tantalizing upside with...

On today's show, we are joined by our colleague at Elite Prospect, Ben Jordan to analyze the OHL Cup and the prospects slated to challenge for top-five slots at the OHL Draft! From potential exceptional-status defenceman Kade O'Rourke to dynamic winger Kane Cloutier and do-it-all centre Arjun Nanubhai, the talent is everywhere! We hear the thoughts on big names and hidden gems alike in this one fr...

On today's show, we are joined by our colleague at Elite Prospect, Ben Jordan to analyze the GTHL Playoffs and offer insights on the prospects slated to go high in the 2028 NHL Draft! We dig into the finals matchup between Vaughan and the Jr. Canadiens, highlight some names who will be dominating the OHL shortly, and learn from Kareem and en's insights, as they were in attendance for most of the p...

In one of the most stacked seasons of NCAA hockey in recent memory, there is no lack of high-end candidates for the most prestigious individual award in college hockey. We break down the performances, styles, and impacts of all 10 nominees, present our respective Top 3 Ballots, and argue why certain snubs including Porter Martone deserved an inclusion.     Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platfor...

Amidst an ever-growing collection of high-skill undersized forwards in the Chicago Blackhawks' organization, we check in with Roman Kantserov's progression and ask ourselves where he fits in the lineup if at all. He's a tremendously gifted winger that about 30 NHL teams could desperately use in their prospect pools, but with other names ahead of him in the depth chart already showing off their NHL...

On today's show, we are joined by our colleague at Elite Prospect, Whittaker Heart, to break down a crop of players he knows inside and out: 2010-born American Prospects. The next generation of USA-developed stars haven't become household names just yet, but we present the players with the highest upsides and analyze the quality of this group.   For a comprehensive overview of this class, read Whi...

On today's show, we continue our conversation with Chicago Blackhawks prospect and UMass Minutemen star power forward Václav Nestrašil. We catch up on his strong transition from the USHL to college, football (soccer) inspirations, and what's next for this exciting young talent. We had a lovely chat and thank Václav for being so generous with his time and a joy to talk with. Hope to have him back o...

On today's show, we are joined by Chicago Blackhawks prospect and UMass Minutemen star power forward Václav Nestrašil, who obliterated his goals for his freshman college campaign. We talk about his gaining muscle mass, evolving on and off-ice habits, and discuss who he may best complement in the Blackhawks lineup moving forward. This is part 1 of a two-part interview, which you can check out right...

On today's show, we check in with the risers and fallers across the USHL, highlighted by Chicago Blackhawks 1st round pick Mason West, who still has a long way to go but has adapted his game well to the middle of the ice. Next, we check-in with Jack Hextall (2026) and Jake Prunty (2027) who are leading their respective teams as young studs. Finally, we look at Thomas Zocco, who may be playing hims...

We focus on Cole and Lane Hutson on today's show, as the younger sibling has officially departed college hockey after two seasons, making his NHL debut with the same skill that has made Lane so special. First, we focus on Cole's path, development, and strengths. Then, we compare the two, looking at stylistic differences and similarities before wrapping it up with a focus on the Habs' sophomore's h...

While the regular season hasn't finished just yet, we ran a Tankathon draft lottery sim and break down the players we have slotted in those theoretical 16 picks. First, we look at the top 5, highlighted by the Rangers and Leafs winning the lottery to land McKenna and Stenberg, respectively. Then, we wrap up the top 10 with a fair few centres and some blueliners, before wrapping up the mock draft f...

Beyond the hockey bloodlines, Caleb Malhotra is a special talent in the 2026 NHL Draft, who has exploded onto the scene as an OHL rookie, leading the charge as the first line pivot on the best team in the league. A meticulously detailed, highly intelligent, playmaking centre, Malhotra is built for the modern game. We break down his overall strenghts, weaknesses, and project where he'll land on dra...

As we're 10 days past the trade deadline, we're looking back at the moves made, the teams on the right track, and those appearing directionless. We talk about the big deals like Nazem Kadri to Colorado and John Carlson to Anaheim. Then, we take a look at the teams with grand slam after grand slam such as the selling St. Louis Blues and the teams that left a lot to be desired, like the Maple Leafs....

In a draft class that remains wide open on the top end as playoffs in various leagues start to begin, there's arguably no bigger glut of talent than on the blueline. At least five defenders deserve to have their names mentioned in every top-10 conversation and a few more trying to break into that range. We break down the biggest names: Keaton Verhoeff, Chase Reid, Xavier Villeneuve, Carson Carels,...

It has been a tumultuous draft-eligible campaign for Gavin McKenna, but he's gaining steam at the right time, showcasing a degree of dynamic handling, creating, and dissecting that no other player in the 2026 Draft can match. Though valid questions have been asked of McKenna's physicality and defensive impact, the upside outweighs the risk on nearly every front. If he hits, we're talking Kucherov...

In a season where nothing seems to go right in Toronto, with the team's present now in as much doubt as its future, Easton Cowan's development plan leaves much to be desired. Not ideal for his status as the one significant prospect on the active roster. We discuss Cowan's game, what he needs to thrive, and what impact he could potentially have down the line. We extend these conversations more broa...

While the NHL has resumed in full force and the Olympics fade further into the past with each passing game, let us rewind to the tournament where Macklin Celebrini exploded not as a superstar, but something more, something special. In the first episode with new co-host Kareem Ramadan, we break down Macklin's best moments, nitpick a couple learning experiences, and take a look at the gold medal gam...

While the Calder race gets most of the media attention, we zero in on 7 rookies outside that debate who have played increasingly vital roles for their respective teams. We start with Oliver Kapanen's role at the centre of the "Kid Line" in Montreal, ramping up the scoring rate as of late. Then, we chat about the seasons Yan Kusnetsov (CGY), Ryan Greene (CHI), and Fraser Minten (BOS) are having. Fi...

The World Juniors Semifinals saw end-to-end action and the better teams winning both nail-biting games. The Czechs downed the Canadians for a third straight year, with a brand of intense and direct hockey that Canada's skill and finesse could not outplay over a full 60 minutes. We dig into what went right for the Czechs and what went wrong for the Canadians. The other matchup between Sweden and Fi...

One of my favourite power forwards from the past few drafts, Igor Chernyshov has gotten off to a great start to life in the NHL with 8 points in his first 7 games. We break down his season, progression, and what makes him special on today's show, including a rewind to the start of his draft year with my first enthusiastic game report on his potential and upside as a top-six NHL power forward. Just...

On the last day of 2025, we look back at my 2025 Draft Rankings, which has aged well in certain respects, and poorly in others. We dig into all the risers and fallers of the past 6 months and see what we can learn from hits and misses alike. Which players did you hit on amongst your personal favourites?   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…   🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONHLProspects?sid=Y...

On the final day of 2025, we look back at the prospects who have improved the most, risen their stocks, and outright surprised! Who did we miss? First, we look at five players in the elite category, highlighted by Macklin Celebrini, Matthew Schaefer, and Ben Kindel. Next, some personal favourites who have risen up the ranks, featuring Václav Nestrašil, Ilya Protas, and Alexander Zharovsky. Finally...

The World Junior Championships are almost halfway through as the Round Robin concludes today. We lock in our final predictions for the tournament winners, top scorers, and more! First, we predict the teams finishing on the podium and in 4th, featuring Canada and Sweden in the Gold Medal game. Next, we predict the MVP, top scorers, and Media All-Star team, featuring Gavin McKenna, Michael Hage, and...

The 2025-26 season is about halfway through and three players have separated themselves at the top of the Calder race: Schaefer, Demidov, and Sennecke. We break those three down in the first segment before moving onto a pair of netminders who keep rising alongside Zeev Buium on the heels of the top pack. Finally, we wrap it up with the honourable mentions, four players who have made notable impact...

The World Junior Championships are almost halfway through as the Round Robin concludes today. We break down what today's games mean and how each team fares in their matchup. First, we look at the big games, USA vs. Sweden and Canada vs. Finland, featuring potential upsets and massive momentum shifts. Next, we wrap up the show with the Slovakia vs. Switzerland game that is destined to be a defensiv...