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Jun 19th, 17:252026 NHL DraftFilm Room: How Tynan Lawrence's pace could carry him to a top-six NHL centre role
Why teams shouldn't bet against this high-pace centre despite an unideal draft season.
Jun 15th, 15:092026 NHL DraftHow the final Elite Prospects 2026 NHL Draft ranking came together
Lead scout David St-Louis takes you behind how the final 2026 NHL Draft ranking was built.
Jun 5th, 15:20NCAANCAA strength and conditioning coach Ken Whittier offers advice for summer training
Boston University's Ken Whittier has worked with elite NCAA athletes and NHL players throughout his long career as a strength and conditioning coach, and he has some advice for players trying to take the next step in their summer training regimens.
May 7th, 04:492026 NHL DraftElite Prospects' post-lottery 2026 NHL mock draft
The 2026 NHL Draft lottery brought chaos and change. Here's how the top-half of the first round could play out in June.
Apr 21st, 16:052026 NHL DraftElite Prospects April top-100 2026 NHL Draft Ranking
The penultimate Elite Prospects 2026 NHL Draft ranking here, and there have been significant changes since our last ranking back in January.
Apr 17th, 15:51NCAABreaking down the biggest names in the men's college hockey transfer portal so far
After just five days, hundreds of players across Div. 1 have entered the transfer portal in search of new teams. We break down the top skater commitments, and key names still looking for a landing spot.
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 20th, 15:11NCAANCAA Notebook: Gavin McKenna leads Hobey top 10, Bob Motzko out at Minnesota
It was a busy week in college hockey, and that was before the six conference championships this weekend.
Mar 13th, 12:52NCAANCAA Notebook: Home-ice advantage huge so far
Notes on teams with home-ice advantage dominating so far, a notable healthy scratch, players signing NHL deals, and more.
Mar 10th, 14:42NHL Prospect ReportNCAA Stock Watch: Gavin McKenna’s improved details launch him into scoring race
The NCAA's biggest stars came to play in the last month of the regular season, as Gavin McKenna reignites his dynamic scoring while Porter Martone keeps growing into a dominant power forward.
Mar 2nd, 16:10NCAANCAA Weekender: Terriers may be back, plus awards picks for every conference
With a sweep of BC this weekend, BU may have turned the corner just before the conference playoffs begin.
Feb 10th, 18:02NHL Prospect ReportNCAA Stock Watch: Oscar Hemming bulldozes his way into top-ten debates
Sebastian High breaks down the NCAA's rising and falling stocks, highlighted by the big draft-eligible new arrivals: Oscar Hemming and Tynan Lawrence.
Feb 10th, 16:45NCAA10 players who stood out at the 2026 Beanpot
Boston College won its 21st Beanpot on Monday. Here's who stood out for every team.
Feb 6th, 16:19NCAANCAA Notebook: Hobey race very much up in the air
In a season with few truly exceptional performances, who stands out among the best in college hockey?
Feb 6th, 15:35NCAAElite Prospects NCAA Power Rankings for early February
With everyone now firmly back on a second-half schedule, we're already starting to get more clarity about which teams are getting closer to shoring up their NCAA tournament odds.But there's...
Jan 30th, 16:26NCAANCAA Notebook: BU's season in the balance as Beanpot approaches
BU was expects to have another elite season, but instead, it will be fighting for its life every weekend for the rest of the season.
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.
Jan 23rd, 15:55NCAANCAA notebook: What we know about the tournament field already
Nine teams already feel pretty locked into an NCAA tournament appearance. Who's just on the outside of that group, and what do they need to do?
Jan 16th, 16:35NCAAElite Prospects NCAA Power Rankings for mid-January 2026
The boys are back at it again, talking power rankings, injuries, awards, and the NCAA tournament.
Jan 16th, 15:47NCAANCAA Notebook: Huge weekend series could shake up NCHC
There are two massive series in the NCHC this weekend, with No. 2 North Dakota hosting No. 11 Denver, and No. 4 Minnesota-Duluth visiting cross-state rivals No. 19 St. Cloud.
Jan 12th, 15:54NCAANCAA Weekender: BU, UMass hoping for more consistency
Boston University and UMass are both right around .500 despite NCAA tournament aspirations. They need some of their top players to help establish greater consistency.
Jan 10th, 19:48NCAATynan Lawrence caps off whirlwind week with NCAA debut for Boston University
Top draft prospect Tynan Lawrence made his NCAA debut on Friday, and talked to Elite Prospects about his whirlwind week.
Jan 9th, 15:27NCAANCAA notebook: How much can Tynan Lawrence help BU?
BU added Tynan Lawrence to the roster this week, but can he boost the team to NCAA competition?
Jan 2nd, 15:26NCAANCAA notebook: 5 things to watch as second half begins
The second half of the NCAA season gets fully underway this weekend, and there's a lot up in the air.
2025-12-18, 15:15NCAAMidseason top 10 candidates for the Hobey Baker, Mike Richter, and Tim Taylor awards
Ryan Lambert takes a look at the the front-runners for college hockey's biggest individual trophies at the halfway mark of the NCAA season.
2025-12-17, 16:19NCAAElite Prospects NCAA Power Rankings for mid-December
Michigan stays No. 1, but there's lots of change everywhere else.
2025-12-15, 14:40NCAANCAA Weekender: The closing of Matthews Arena
When you close a 115-year-old building, you gotta tell yourself the result doesn't matter that much.
2025-12-11, 20:12NCAANCAA notebook: Closing out a weird, wild first half
*Looking at the NPI* Uhhh, I didn't have THIS on my freaking 2025 bingo card!!!!
2025-12-05, 14:45NCAANCAA notebook: NPI, Minnesota, and World Juniors up for debate
A look at some of the biggest stories in college hockey this week.
2025-11-27, 14:12NCAAElite Prospects NCAA Power Rankings for late November
We're back at it again with another perfect power ranking which everyone loves.
2025-11-24, 14:48NCAANCAA Weekender: Hockey East teams in precarious position
Hockey East is usually one of the top conferences in college hockey, with three-plus NCAA tournament teams. Now, things would have to start going very well for the league to get three at all.
2025-11-17, 15:17NCAANCAA Weekender: New arenas, player facilities key to keeping teams competitive
Seven different colleges have opened new hockey arenas in the past four years. What does that mean for them, their players, and the future of NCAA hockey?
2025-11-13, 17:40NCAAElite Prospects NCAA power rankings for mid-November
The rowdy boys are back for another perfect power ranking that is completely inarguable.
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, 15:20NHLNCAA notebook: Alaska, injuries, and awards
A look at how injuries are mounting for some of the best teams in the country, life on the independent circuit, hits and misses in awards predictions, and more.
2025-10-31, 17:13NCAANCAA notebook: Special teams, CHL departures, and Spengler additions
Just another packed week of college hockey news... and some analysis???
2025-10-29, 17:19NCAAElite Prospects NCAA Power Rankings for late October
Another wild fortnight in college hockey shook up the power rankings once again.
2025-10-17, 19:44NCAANCAA Notebook: A massive series, injuries, and adjusting to the college game
It's another massive week in college hockey, headlined by BU/Michigan State on Friday and Saturday. The Friday game is actually on national TV, for crying out loud.
2025-10-16, 15:42NCAAElite Prospects NCAA Power Rankings for mid-October
Our expert panel unveils their ballots and defends their choices for October.
2025-10-13, 01:25NCAANCAA Weekender: How high is Michigan's ceiling?
After sweeping Providence on the road, the Michigan Wolverines are 4-0 with a 26-3 goal difference. Feels like that's telling us something.
2025-10-10, 18:54NCAANCAA Notebook: Big upsets and a top-10 matchup highlight packed weekend
News, notes, and some game recommendations for the first full weekend of college hockey. Nearly all of Div. 1's 63 teams will be in action.
2025-10-03, 00:22NCAAThe Elite Prospects 2025 NCAA preseason power rankings
Cam, Ryan, and Sean rank the top 20 teams in college hockey for 2025-26 and discuss some other interesting storylines for the new season.
2025-10-02, 21:31NCAANCAA season preview: Breaking down the 2025-26 conference races
A conference-by-conference breakdown of the best players and teams in the country.
2025-10-02, 19:17NCAANCAA season preview: Who are the top 10 candidates for the Hobey Baker, Mike Richter, and Tim Taylor awards?
Previewing the most outstanding candidates for all three of college hockey's major awards.
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.
2025-08-26, 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.
2025-06-30, 12:502025 NHL DraftFilm Room: New Philadelphia Flyers prospect Jack Murtagh’s skill and snarl are made for the NHL
Sebastian High breaks down the film on the Flyers new intriguing prospect.
2025-06-12, 19:13NCAARyder Ritchie Commits to Boston University
Cam Robinson reports that Ryder Ritchie has committed to Boston University for the 2025-26 season.
2025-04-13, 11:10NCAAWestern Michigan wins first NCAA title in school history
In a weird, wild game, the Western Michigan University Broncos beat Boston University, 6-2.
2025-04-13, 01:32NHLBREAKING: Edmonton Oilers to Sign Quinn Hutson to Entry-Level Contract
Cam Robinson, Content Director at Elite Prospects, has reported that Quinn Hutson, a forward from Boston University, is set to sign with the Edmonton Oilers following the conclusion of his...
2025-04-11, 21:41NCAANCAA championship preview: Western Michigan, BU vying for immortality
Western Michigan is looking for its first national title. Boston University wants its sixth, but first in more than 15 years. The margins between them are incredibly small.
2025-04-11, 12:08NCAAFrozen Four recap: Western Michigan, BU pick up close wins to advance to NCAA title game
Western needed double overtime, and BU needed a big game from Mikhail Yegorov, but they're both through to Saturday's final.
2025-04-10, 14:14NCAAFrozen Four preview: Penn State looking to continue magical run vs. Boston University
Penn State was below .500 in mid-January, but BU was so desperate for goaltending a couple weeks later that they brought someone in early. Both have been pretty close to lights-out since.