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New @thehockeywriters.bsky.social : the OHL’s top draft-eligible players took part in the second annual Connor McDavid Top Prospects Game. Who stood out and looked to have improve their stock? Find out here: thehockeywriters.com/top-performe...

#2026NHLDraft
Top Performers From the 2026 Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Game - The Hockey Writers NHL Entry Draft Latest News, Analysis & More
The Ontario Hockey League’s best draft-eligible players put on another strong showcase at Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Game.
thehockeywriters.com
January 15, 2026 at 5:33 PM
scottcwheeler.bsky.social
Some quick thoughts on NHL Central Scouting’s midseason #2026NHLDraft rankings:
www.nytimes.com/athletic/696...
NHL releases midseason Central Scouting ranking: McKenna, Stenberg top lists
www.nytimes.com
January 13, 2026 at 12:32 AM
pbaracchini.bsky.social
New @thehockeywriters.bsky.social : With the WJC over, the battle for first overall continues. Who has the edge after the tournament? Find out here and the answer might surprise you. thehockeywriters.com/who-has-the-...

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Who Has the Edge to Go First Overall in the 2026 NHL Draft After the World Junior Championship? - The Hockey Writers NHL Entry Draft Latest News, Analysis & More
The 2026 World Junior Championship may have given us the answer as to who might go first overall at the draft in June.
thehockeywriters.com
January 7, 2026 at 6:57 PM
scottcwheeler.bsky.social
“Pretty special player.”

My feature on, Adam Novotny, Czechia’s top #2026NHLDraft prospect, with insight from Peterborough and Minneapolis: www.nytimes.com/athletic/693...
January 3, 2026 at 3:05 PM
jacobsmeds.bsky.social
Draft-eligible Viggo Björck impressed at both ends of the ice as Sweden secured its second straight win at the #WorldJuniors 🇸🇪

Read more about what Björck had to say at @thehockeynews.bsky.social.

#2026NHLDraft

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Draft-Eligible Viggo Bjorck Stars for Sweden: “It’s Just Hockey”
Sweden rallied past Switzerland at the World Juniors as draft-eligible Viggo Björck sparked a third-period comeback in a 4–2 win.
thehockeynews.com
December 28, 2025 at 10:54 PM
smahtscouting.com
Austin’s newest Bi-Weekly Musings are live.

A look at his evaluations of 2026 prospects — and why the third game can serve as a useful reference point.

#2026NHLDraft

smahtscouting.com/2025/12/23/b...
Bi-Weekly Musings: The Last One Before Scouting Reports
Check out another one of Austin Garret's bi-weekly musings as he looks at several players catching his eye in the 2026 NHL Draft class.
smahtscouting.com
December 24, 2025 at 8:16 PM
scoutingservice.bsky.social
🚨 #WorldJuniors preview show with @jeromeberube.bsky.social & Brad Allen

They take a look at 21 draft-eligible prospects for the #2026NHLDraft who will play in this tournament (before teams make their final cuts).

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2026 World Junior Hockey Championship Preview Show
YouTube video by HockeyProspect
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December 24, 2025 at 3:56 PM
pbaracchini.bsky.social
New @thehockeywriters.bsky.social : The #WorldJuniors are approaching and there are plenty of #2026NHLDraft eligible prospects looking to improve their stock. See who to keep an eye on here: thehockeywriters.com/2026-nhl-dra...
2026 NHL Draft-Eligible Players to Watch at the WJC - The Hockey Writers Latest News, Analysis & More
The 2026 World Junior Championship will see another strong group of draft-eligible prospects prove their worth and improve their draft stock.
thehockeywriters.com
December 21, 2025 at 5:42 PM
guyflaming.bsky.social
Joined by scout Derek Neumeier from @mckeenshockey.bsky.social and I asked him for a 6-pack of #2026NHLDraft players to talk about and then I threw him a curveball at the end as well.

Early Access to the entire segment is now ready for Patrons and Free Trial users: www.patreon.com/posts/145660...
December 12, 2025 at 5:43 AM
adamtate.bsky.social
Excited to be at the rink for @mckeenshockey.bsky.social again today. I'll be watching '26 Draft eligible Cooper Williams and the Saskatoon Blades visit the Oil Kings. The Blades have 3 players on the Central Scouting watchlist. #2026nhldraft #nhldraft #WHL
November 30, 2025 at 10:51 PM
jacobsmeds.bsky.social
🚨SHL Prospect Roundup🚨

#SeaKraken Forsfjäll shines
#2026NHLDraft Gustafsson gets SHL minutes
#2026NHLDraft Stenberg stays hot
#Isles Eklund with helper
#LGRW Genborg strong again
#GoHabsGo Eriksson scores

Read more at @thehockeynews.bsky.social.

thehockeynews.com/internationa...
SHL: Seattle Kraken Prospect Zeb Forsfjäll Stands Out
Seattle Kraken prospect Zeb Forsfjäll scored twice in the SHL, while draft-eligible talents Malte Gustafsson and Ivar Stenberg continued to impress.
thehockeynews.com
November 30, 2025 at 4:42 PM
jacobsmeds.bsky.social
#TusksUp Melker Thelin is shining again in the SHL! The Utah Mammoth prospect now sits at a .937 SV% through eight games.

Also in this SHL prospect roundup:

#Blackhawks Frondell
#LetsGoFlyers Berglund
#2026NHLDraft Björck

More at @thehockeynews.bsky.social.

thehockeynews.com/internationa...
SHL: Utah Mammoth Prospect Melker Thelin Shines
Utah Mammoth prospect Melker Thelin shines in SHL action with a standout performance for Färjestad, while Djurgården’s Viggo Björck (2026 NHL Draft) impresses among top young talents.
thehockeynews.com
November 26, 2025 at 2:01 PM
smahtscouting.com
Austin Garret posted a new bi-weekly breakdown: who’s trending up, who’s slipping, what’s surprising him, and his updated NA rankings.

smahtscouting.com/2025/11/19/b...

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Bi-Weekly Musings: Into the Depths We Go
This piece was written by Austin Garret — you can follow him on BlueSky @Austin716. As we head to the American Thanksgiving holiday I find myself having just a few players left on my preliminary list ...
smahtscouting.com
November 21, 2025 at 2:53 AM
smahtscouting.com
Looking for OHL draft prospects trending up? Nathan Hutchinson breaks down five players flying under the radar — but not for long.

#2026NHLDraft

smahtscouting.com/2025/11/19/u...
Under-the-Radar OHL Draft Eligibles
Learn about potential breakout players for the 2026 NHL Draft as they separate themselves in the OHL season.
smahtscouting.com
November 21, 2025 at 2:53 AM
pbaracchini.bsky.social
New @thehockeywriters.bsky.social : The #LeafsForever ended their 5-game winless streak, but they’re still in draft lottery territory. If things go south, they can benefit from their top-5 protected pick. #2026NHLDraft

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Maple Leafs Can Look to Draft Lottery if the Season Continues to Go South - The Hockey Writers Toronto Maple Leafs Latest News, Analysis & More
There’s always a chance the Toronto Maple Leafs bounce back, but if they miss the playoffs, they could keep their first-round pick.
thehockeywriters.com
November 19, 2025 at 2:10 PM
adamtate.bsky.social
My first published work of the season for @mckeenshockey.bsky.social In this report, I take an early look at Joe Iginla and Markus Ruck. Give it a read, give it a share! #2026NHLDraft #NHLDraft #WHL
mckeenshockey.bsky.social McKeen's Hockey @mckeenshockey.bsky.social · Nov 10
We continue in Western Canada looking at 2026 NHL Draft talents: Joe Iginla, Markus Ruck, and more.

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November 13, 2025 at 2:47 AM
jacobsmeds.bsky.social
Sweden wins both U18 and U20 Five Nations tournaments! 🇸🇪

Read all about the results and prospects at
@thehockeynews.bsky.social

#2026NHLDraft
#WorldJuniors

thehockeynews.com/internationa...
Sweden Wins Both the U18 and U20 Five Nations
It was a dramatic final day at both the U18 and U20 Five Nations. Despite Czechia holding pole position heading into the final day at the U20 level, Sweden ended up winning the tournament — helped by ...
thehockeynews.com
November 9, 2025 at 7:30 PM
jacobsmeds.bsky.social
Sweden’s Wiggo Sörensson shines in his international debut! 🏒

Here’s a look at three Swedish standout players vs. Czechia: Sörensson, Isak Holtet, and Elton Hermansson.

#2026NHLDraft
#Småkronorna

thehockeynews.com/internationa...
Sweden’s Wiggo Sörensson Shines in International Debut
The Hockey News’ Jacob Smeds breaks down Sweden’s 4–1 win over Czechia at the U18 Five Nations, highlighting Wiggo Sörensson, Isak Holtet and 2026 NHL Draft top prospect Elton Hermansson.
thehockeynews.com
November 6, 2025 at 1:39 PM
scottcwheeler.bsky.social
My preliminary #2026NHLDraft ranking:
1. Gavin McKenna
2. Ivar Stenberg
3. Keaton Verhoeff
4-64 (plus honorable mentions, full reports, tiers, and more):
www.nytimes.com/athletic/673...
2026 NHL Draft ranking: Scott Wheeler’s preliminary top 64 list
www.nytimes.com
November 5, 2025 at 10:02 PM
scottcwheeler.bsky.social
🆕 My November #2026NHLDraft ranking is out!
- First top 64
- 28 honorable mentions
- Full reports, tiers and more

🔗⤵️
www.nytimes.com/athletic/673...
November 5, 2025 at 1:05 PM
jacobsmeds.bsky.social
Preview: Sweden’s U18 defensemen at the Five Nations 🏒

Read about every Swedish U18 player at @thehockeynews.bsky.social.

#2026NHLDraft

thehockeynews.com/internationa...
Preview: Sweden U18 Defensemen at the Five Nations
Sweden enters the U18 Five Nations with an intriguing mix of puck-moving offensive defensemen and steady defensive presences. The Hockey News’ Jacob Smeds breaks down the blue line group player by pla...
thehockeynews.com
November 4, 2025 at 4:28 PM
jacobsmeds.bsky.social
Preview: Sweden’s U18 forwards ahead of the Five Nations 🏒

The roster is loaded with draft-caliber talent.

#2026NHLDraft

thehockeynews.com/internationa...
Preview: Sweden U18 Forwards Ahead of the Five Nations
Sweden’s roster for the U18 Five Nations is loaded with draft-caliber talent. Ahead of the tournament opener tomorrow, Jacob Smeds takes a closer look at Team Sweden’s forward group.
thehockeynews.com
November 4, 2025 at 4:24 PM
jacobsmeds.bsky.social
Red Wings prospect Noah Dower-Nilsson scored in the SHL yesterday! 📈

Also in my SHL prospect roundup at The Hockey News:

• Malte Gustafsson debuts #2026NHLDraft
• Three-point night for Lucas Pettersson #FlyTogether

#LGRW

thehockeynews.com/internationa...
SHL: Red Wings Prospect Noah Dower-Nilsson Scores
Detroit Red Wings prospect Noah Dower-Nilsson scores, Anaheim Ducks prospect Lucas Pettersson nets two, and draft-eligible Malte Gustafsson debuts: Jacob Smeds recaps SHL standouts.
thehockeynews.com
October 31, 2025 at 9:56 PM
blackstitchhockey.bsky.social
Liam returns to producing written content with an assessment of recent #LondonKnights trade acquisition/#2026NHLDraft prospect Braidy Wassilyn, currently committed to #BostonUniversity: blackstitchhockey.com/2025/10/31/p... #NHL #OHL #NHLDraft #CHL #NCAAHockey #hockeyprospects #hockeylife
Prospects to Know: Who is… Braidy Wassilyn?
It has been an eventful time period for the prospect that this article centers on. In a game that was broadcast for free on FloHockey’s YouTube channel recently, he scored a highlight reel go…
blackstitchhockey.com
October 31, 2025 at 9:29 PM
podcastlareleve.bsky.social
Alexander Zharovsky ne ralentit pas! 🤩 #Habs

Nouvel épisode en ligne! 🎙️

On revient sur Zharovsky, après son match de 3 points ce matin!

Aussi : les espoirs de la WHL pour le Repêchage. JP Hurlbert, Ryan Lin, Mathis Preston, etc. #2026NHLDraft

👉 youtu.be/5gOlCwLsU3w?...
October 29, 2025 at 11:12 PM