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Thu, 18:42NHL Prospect ReportAHL Stock Watch: Andrew Cristall and Ilya Protas are building chemistry in Hershey
It's a good time to be a Washington Capitals prospect.
Feb 6th, 19:12NHL Prospect ReportGoalies Stock Watch: George, Lacelle making the most of opportunities with new teams
From saves to scoring goals, it's been an eventful last two months for goalies around the world.
2025-12-11, 18:03AHLThe San Jose Barracuda's strength bodes well for the Sharks' future
The future of the San Jose Sharks organization looks particularly bright, thanks to a wealth of talent developing in the AHL.
2025-12-05, 19:04NHL Prospect ReportAHL Stock Watch: Daniil But earned his call up to the Utah Mammoth
The AHL seems to be a league of younger players now, and several shone in the month of November. David St-Louis has more.
2025-11-08, 15:34NHL Prospect ReportGoalies Stock Watch: Sergei Murashov catches pucks, NHL call-up to Pittsburgh
Jacob Titus takes a look at the top performing goaltenders around the world, starting with the netminder who received an early call-up to the NHL.
2025-11-07, 18:55NHL Prospect ReportAHL Stock Watch: Rangers prospect Gabe Perreault thriving with ice time in Hartford
David St-Louis takes a look at the ups and downs of the AHL.
2025-10-29, 15:01Chicago BlackhawksOliver Moore and Nick Lardis are following in Frank Nazar's AHL footsteps
Chicago Blackhawks top prospects Oliver Moore and Nick Lardis are soaring offensively in the AHL with the Rockford IceHogs. David St-Louis breaks down their development so far.
2025-10-20, 15:22NHL Prospect ReportIs Brennan Othmann another New York Rangers failed development?
David St-Louis takes a deeper look at the situation around the New York Rangers 2021 first-round pick.
2025-10-10, 13:39NHL Prospect ReportGoalies Stock Watch: Parker Snell, William Lacelle holding down the fort for the 2026 NHL Draft
Jacob Titus breaks down the world of goaltending in our latest stock watch.
2025-09-17, 20:13Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 1-ranked San Jose Sharks
The Elite Prospects' scouting staff break down the San Jose Sharks' prospect pool.
2025-09-16, 21:46Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 5-ranked Chicago Blackhawks
Chicago continues to boast one of the deepest prospect pools in the league and checks in at No. 5 on this ranking.
2025-09-16, 17:11Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 3-ranked Utah Mammoth
Our scouts break down the Utah Mammoth prospect pool.
2025-09-16, 15:06Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 4-ranked Montréal Canadiens
Despite the graduation of Lane Hutson, the Canadiens boast an elite prospect pool with a balance of elite skill and difficult-to-play-against depth, assembled to fill all roles a contending lineup needs, top to bottom.
2025-09-12, 14:46Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 6-ranked Anaheim Ducks
Perennial prospect pool ranking superstars, the Anaheim Ducks are starting to slip a bit -- and that's a good thing.
2025-09-11, 13:44Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 9-ranked Calgary Flames
The Flames hold the No. 9 spot for the year, but this was a year of change for one of the sport's top prospect pools.
2025-09-11, 13:23Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 8-ranked Washington Capitals
A system of breakout prospects, the Capitals continue to punch above their draft capital in our rankings.
2025-09-10, 15:55Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 10-ranked Columbus Blue Jackets
Without notable depth, the Blue Jackets' system is powered by an exceptional top-end, including two top-20 prospects in the sport.
2025-09-09, 13:25Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 12-ranked Detroit Red Wings
Our scouts break down the 12th ranked Detroit Red Wings prospect pool.
2025-09-08, 15:50Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 13-ranked Seattle Kraken
With a pair of potential top scorers and one of the deepest systems in the sport, the future is bright in Seattle.
2025-09-08, 12:10Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 14-ranked Carolina Hurricanes
Our scouts take a deeper look at the Carolina Hurricanes prospect pool.
2025-09-05, 18:53Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 17-ranked Boston Bruins
The second biggest risers in our prospect pool rankings from last season, the Boston Bruins have added star power and depth to the mix.
2025-09-05, 16:50Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 18-ranked Pittsburgh Penguins
Driven by volume, the Pittsburgh Penguins have a prospect pool on the rise -- but are there any true difference-makers?
2025-09-03, 13:29Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 20-ranked Vancouver Canucks
The Vancouver Canucks’ check in at No. 20 on the Elite Prospects Prospect Pool Rankings
2025-09-01, 13:49Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 23-ranked Ottawa Senators
The Sens lack prospect talent at forward, but have steadily improved their blueline and goaltending futures.
2025-08-29, 22:49Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 24-ranked New Jersey Devils
Our scouts break down the No. 24-ranked prospect pool from the New Jersey Devils.
2025-08-28, 05:24Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 26-ranked Colorado Avalanche
The Avs don't have notable depth, but they do have a couple of players who prove to be difference-makers in time.
2025-08-27, 15:49Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 28-ranked Vegas Golden Knights
Given how Vegas trades its prospects, this list may prove very valuable for fans of other teams.
2025-08-26, 13:47Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 30-ranked Edmonton Oilers
After back-to-back Stanley Cup finals losses, could a prospect or two change their fate?
2025-08-25, 17:47Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 32-ranked Tampa Bay Lightning
Our scouting team breaks down the Lightning's pool, one with several players who could make the jump soon.
2025-08-20, 13:48NHL ProspectsRanking the NHL's top 100 affiliated prospects ahead of the 2025-26 season
With another summer nearing its end, it's time for our top 100 NHL-affiliated prospect rankings.
2025-04-01, 14:09NHL Prospect ReportRinkside Roundup: Jimmy Snuggerud entering NHL in fine form
Jimmy Snuggerud's impending NHL debut, Stian Solberg's impressive AHL start, and more in this week's Roundup.
2025-03-19, 12:38NHLElite Prospects' 2025 Top 100 Under-23 Skaters Ranking
Ranking the hockey's best young talent: Who stands out, who’s rising, and what it means for the future.
2025-03-18, 13:50NHL Prospect ReportRinkside Roundup: David Reinbacher gearing up for AHL playoff run
David Reinbacher, Will Smith, a top 2026 prospect you need to know, and more in this week's Roundup.
2025-03-17, 15:30Buffalo SabresHow Buffalo Sabres prospects like Konsta Helenius are progressing in the AHL with Rochester
David St-Louis breaks down how things are going in Rochester.
2025-03-13, 15:14Detroit Red WingsHow Red Wings prospects like Nate Danielson are progressing in the AHL with Grand Rapids
The Red Wings’ development model is a funnel. While their prospects go through the same paths as most other organizations, Detroit still seems to focusing on the over-ripening approach with prospects.
2025-03-11, 17:07NHL ProspectsThe Elite Prospects 2025 NCAA Free Agency Guide
Prospect free agency season has begun, opening the door for NHL teams to add new prospects to the system at negligible cost. It's time for the 2025 NCAA Free Agency Guide from EP.