Liiga News & Stories
Insights, analysis, and news about Liiga from the Elite Prospects editorial team. Stay updated with expert coverage on Liiga, including key stories and in-depth articles.
Mar 27th, 18:26NHL
Elite Prospects' 2026 U23 NHL organizational ranking
After breaking down the top-100 under-23 skaters and top-25 under-23 goaltenders, it's time to look at which NHL teams have the best crops of talent in that demographic.
Mar 25th, 16:13NHLElite Prospects' 2026 top 25 under-23 NHL-affiliated goalies ranking
Our U23 series continues with the top 25 ranked goaltenders.
Mar 24th, 18:05NHLElite Prospects' 2026 top 100 under-23 NHL-affiliated skaters ranking
Our U23 ranking series returns, starting with the top 100 skaters.
Mar 2nd, 18:13NHL Prospect ReportFinland Stock Watch: Joona Saarelainen thriving as KalPa's No. 1 centre
International competition took centre stage for Finland in the month of February.
Feb 23rd, 18:22OGHow U23 NHL players and top prospects performed at the 2026 Olympics
The 2026 Olympics proved to be a stage well-suited for the NHL's young – and future – stars.
Feb 6th, 17:152026 NHL Draft'He's ready for the next step' Why Alberts Šmits will have scouts watching at the Olympics
After an impressive World Juniors, Alberts Šmits will have all eyes on him at the Olympics in Milan.
Feb 2nd, 15:58NHL Prospect ReportFinland Stock Watch: Benjamin Rautiainen soaring offensively in Liiga
Benjamin Rautiainen, Kim Saarinen, and a handful of 2026 NHL Draft-eligibles feature in the first Finland Stock Watch of 2026.
Jan 26th, 17:092026 NHL DraftCam's Consensus: Midseason 2026 NHL Draft scouts poll
Here's how NHL scouts currently view the 2026 NHL Draft class.
2025-12-28, 01:24World Juniors 2026Alberts Šmits arrives at World Juniors and is already turning from a curiosity to commodity
The Latvian defender made his World Junior debut and is one of the most fascinating players for the 2026 NHL Draft.
2025-11-25, 16:492026 NHL DraftElite Prospects November top-50 2026 NHL Draft Ranking
The race for No. 1 opens, defencemen dominating, and major risers highlight our second ranking of the 2026 NHL Draft class.
2025-11-03, 18:30NHL Prospect ReportFinland Stock Watch: Benjamin Rautiainen looking like smart bet by Tampa Bay Lightning
Lassi Alanen breaks down the risers and fallers for Finland after October.
2025-10-17, 06:252026 NHL DraftScout's Notebook: Four early-season 2026 NHL Draft risers
Breaking down the early success of Alberts Šmits, Chase Reid, Alexander Command, and Giorgos Pantelas.
