Future Considerations’ upper-Midwest scout Dan Shrader gives his thoughts on who from the 2013 NHL Draft class left him impressed, who disappointed and who his sleeper is on draft day.
NAHL showcase excites scouts
Although it isn’t as necessarily sexy as the CHL or USHL Top Prospects Game, fans and hockey types alike still make it a point to go to the NAHL Top Prospects Tournament.
USHL Prospects Game, Mr. Hockey highlight busy month
The USHL/NHL Top Prospects Game in Muskegon, MI provided great exposure for the draft eligibles selected to play in the annual event, and not just the notables that we’ve come to associate with the cream of the crop.
Prep hockey preps for stretch run
The holiday season is the time of year when friends and family come together and celebrate as end of the calender year approaches.
Tourney success follows US eligibles
There were two high profile International tournaments in November and a number of US-born prospects have used their experience gained in those gold medal-winning efforts to add a boost to their games as they return to their respective leagues.
NTDP fueling Americans draft depth
One of the more intriguing elements to the schedule for the National Team Development Program Under-18 squad is their series of exhibitions against a handful of NCAA teams.
Southern talent showcasing abilities
September was a month of showcases for 2013 NHL Draft prospects in the United States.
USHL moves with draft momentum
After the Entry Draft in late June, the absence of hockey can make for a long, hot summer for many who follow the game closely.
Shrader: Twists and turns made for plenty of steals
The 2012 NHL Draft in Pittsburgh certainly took some interesting turns, to say the least.
FC’s Scout Series: Dan Shrader (Upper-Midwest)
Future Considerations’ upper-Midwest scout Dan Shrader gives his thoughts on who from the 2012 NHL Entry Draft class left him impressed, who disappointed and who his sleeper is on draft day.
Gersich Goes 1st Overall in USHL Futures Draft
Shane Gersich hasn’t played a game in the United States Hockey League, but he’s already making his mark.
USHL’s draft contribution deepening
As the USHL’s 2011-12 season draws closer to the end, it’s not difficult to see the league’s elite contribution to the NHL Entry Draft crop rise.
Tragedy Into Elation: Jabs powers Besse, Benilde
The Benilde-St. Margarets Red Knights had all the inspiration they needed in the form of Jack Jablonski.
Size, bloodlines theme of NTDP invites
Thursday the United States National Team Development Program announced the names of the 53 players who received invitations to participate in the annual Evaluation Camp.
2013’s hope to impress at Minny touney
The Minnesota State High School Tournament, which can serve as a last second push for a 2012 draft eligible’s stock, also marks the jumping off point for some of the 2013 eligibles as well.
USHLers impress down the stretch
As February gives way to March in the United States Hockey League, we continue to see players dominate, players continue to improve, and new opportunities for some to get the exposure and challenge of playing at the Tier 1 level.
USHL contributing to intrigue in 2013
Even with the 2012 draft season in full swing, excitement surrounding what the United States Hockey League has to offer in 2013 is building.
Voltin finds new home in Des Moines
As news goes these days, word of Luke Voltin‘s new playing destination came by way of his Twitter account.