WHL News & Stories

Learn more about the Medicine Hat Tigers netminder's NHL potential.

Usually, at Elite Prospects, we avoid grouping prospects in a Film room, preferring to highlight individual talents and projections. But the Ruck twins are a special case, having developed and...

Lead scout David St-Louis takes you behind how the final 2026 NHL Draft ranking was built.

The journey from Europe to North America for two potential re-entry netminders who could be picked at this year's NHL Draft.

Why the Prince Albert Raiders defenceman is one of the most intriguing talents available for the 2026 NHL Draft.

Ten scouts from ten different NHL teams submitted their rankings to build Cam Robinson's consensus 2026 NHL Draft ranking.

NHL executives, agents and coaches see a future where junior hockey and college hockey work together to develop the sport's top talent.

Tampa Bay’s prized prospect is chasing another title, Carter Bear reflects on his return from injury, and Landon DuPont’s NCAA future highlights junior hockey’s changing landscape.

Here's why the Cougars defenceman is one of the best blueliners available at the draft.

Here's a look at the standout performers from the early May showcase in Florida.

How many top 2011 Americans will be selected by WHL teams this year?

Breaking down the Vancouver Giants defenceman's game and long term projection.

The penultimate Elite Prospects 2026 NHL Draft ranking here, and there have been significant changes since our last ranking back in January.

It's been a tumultuous season for Gavin McKenna, but he's still the top prospect available for 2026.

One last look at how netminders are performing around the world this season as the playoffs are underway.

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.

Our U23 series continues with the top 25 ranked goaltenders.

Our U23 ranking series returns, starting with the top 100 skaters.

Re-entry goaltenders for the 2026 NHL Draft take centre stage in this month's edition.

Tij Iginla's ridiculous season, Carter Bear's surge, and a pair of names to watch for future drafts.

It's time for our first midseason WHL Draft ranking, led by Madden Daneault, Parker McMillan, and Owen Moulton.

Bryce Pickford's incredible season, Markus Ruck's breakout, and more in this month's WHL Stock Watch.

Here's how NHL scouts currently view the 2026 NHL Draft class.

Our scouts have convened for the third time this season, and there's a new No. 1 for the 2026 NHL Draft.

The 2026 World Juniors marks the beginning of Vojtěch Čihař's hockey journey in North America. Sean Shapiro has the story.

In the two World Juniors since the back-to-backs of 2022 and 2023, Team Canada has bowed out twice in the quarter-finals. Can they return to their winning ways in 2026?

Nathan Behm, Carter Bear, Max Curran, Jonas Woo, and more feature in this month's WHL Stock Watch.

The under-18 center is dominating the WHL. Here is how he's doing it.

Xavier Villeneuve, Wyatt Cullen lead our list of standouts from the second-ever CHL USA Prospects Challenge.

The race for No. 1 opens, defencemen dominating, and major risers highlight our second ranking of the 2026 NHL Draft class.

Cam Robinson spent time with top 2026-eligible defender Ryan Lin to discuss his season and focus in his NHL draft season.

Jacob Titus takes as look at goaltenders you need to watch this season for the 2026 NHL Draft.

Why Gavin McKenna is doing better than you might think, and how he can take his game to the next level.

Jesse Marshall breaks down distinct scoring habits that have emerged for four top 2026 NHL Draft prospects in the OHL and WHL.

Lynden Lakovic, Carson Carels, Chase Surkan, Max Heise, and more feature in this month's WHL Stock Watch.

The NHL hosted a meeting of the key stakeholders last week in New York to discuss the future.

Elite Prospects highlights the standouts from the 2025 WHL Cup.

Ethan Belchetz, Xavier Villeneuve, and more feature in this player-by-player look at Team CHL.

Breaking down the early success of Alberts Šmits, Chase Reid, Alexander Command, and Giorgos Pantelas.

Texas-born J.P. Hurlbert made the decision to move from the USNTDP and join the WHL's Kamloops Blazers in his NHL draft year. Russ Cohen has the story.

Jacob Titus breaks down the world of goaltending in our latest stock watch.

Ben Kindel and Harrison Brunicke made the NHL ahead of schedule, and now they'll be looking to stick around for the long run.

J.P. Hurlbert and Liam Ruck lead the way among 2026 NHL Draft eligibles, a Landon DuPont update, and more.

Braeden Cootes' impressive preseason may have earned him an NHL spot to start the season, writes David St-Louis.

Tyson Soobotin checks in on the BCEHL U15, identifying several prospects for the 2026 WHL Prospects Draft.

Cam Robinson polled NHL scouts to compile a consolidated ranking for the 2026 NHL Draft.

Elite Prospects' first 2026 NHL Draft ranking has arrived, and we haven't been this excited about a draft class in years.

A new face of the league, a new team, and dozens of new players, here's what you need to know about the WHL.

The Elite Prospects' scouting staff break down the San Jose Sharks' prospect pool.

Chicago continues to boast one of the deepest prospect pools in the league and checks in at No. 5 on this ranking.

Our scouts break down the Utah Mammoth prospect pool.

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.

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.

A system of breakout prospects, the Capitals continue to punch above their draft capital in our rankings.