The Edmonton Oilers lost all season. And in a season of lows, the City of Champions got one very important high. The first overall pick in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.
Couturier bests Huberdeau in QMJHL hardware hunt
While the Drummondville Voltigeurs are still battling for the President’s Cup, forward Sean Couturier has already pulled in some impressive hardware.
Bell, Puempel among U18 absentees
When Canada takes to the ice in Germany to capture their first Under-18 Championship since 2008, they’ll do it without Myles Bell. Bell, who donned the Canadian jersey at the Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament last summer, suffered an injury in mid-March that has left him unable patrol Canada’s blueline in just over a week. The Pats defenseman, ranked in the … Read More
Murphy, McNeill headline Canada’s U18 Entry
Team Canada’s entry in the World Under-18 Championship will need some ‘MM’agic in its quest for gold in Germany.
Huberdeau’s playoff heroics building draft hype
Jonathan Huberdeau put on an impressive first round performance in his series opener in the QMJHL playoffs.
Biggs, Grimaldi lead USA into U18
2011 NHL Entry Draft prospects Rocco Grimaldi and Tyler Biggs are set to lead Team USA at the World Under-18 Championship in Germany.
Great strides from draft eligible Oleksiak
In a year, a prospect can make great strides. Or take a poor stride and bring it up to par. That’s what six-foot-seven, 240-pound defenseman Jamie Oleksiak did.
Rask, Scarlett among draft-eligible disappointments
A prospect’s draft season can be a rollercoaster. Some players respond to the pressures of being scrutinized on nearly every play while others crumble.
Huberdeau’s battle with Couturier continues
They’ve battled for draft position all season long. So what are a few more bouts for Sean Couturier and Jonathan Huberdeau.
Ambroz takes tough tumble in draft year
It’s a long way to the top if you wanna rock and roll. It’s also a long way down. Just ask Seth Ambroz.
Nugent-Hopkins retains top spot in March draft rankings
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins remains the the top-ranked prospect for the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.
RNH embracing draft attention
He’s played in all but three games for the Red Deer Rebels this season. But that’s not the most impressive durability feat for Ryan Nugent-Hopkins.
2011 a tough year for Minnesota High Schoolers
It’s the ‘State of Hockey’. What Friday night football games are to those fanatic pigskin fans from Texas is what high school hockey is to the state of Minnesota.
Sallows’ draft tracks: Stefan Matteau
Stefan Matteau may just have the make-up of the ultimate hockey player with his size and skill set.
American draft eligibles shine at U18 Five Nations
Its feeling a lot like tournament season. And the season has been kicked off by the Under-18 Five Nations Tournament in the Czech Republic. The tournament is a tune-up for draft prospects to show their wares before the IIHF World U18 Championships in April.
RNH no lock for NHL next season
Most recently it was Taylor Hall. Before him, John Tavares. Steven Stamkos and Patrick Kane. Jordan Staal and Sidney Crosby too.
RNH retains top spot in February ranking
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins is still top dog. For a second consecutive month, the Red Deer Rebels centre has landed a top Future Considerations’ ranking for the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.
Raiders’ McNeill not shy with scouts
A beautiful goal, a punishing fight, special teams activity and over 20 minutes of strong two-way play.
Draft eligibles bring it at Top Prospects Game
One of the most anticipated events on any NHL scouts schedule has to be the CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game where it welcomes a who’s who of NHL GM’s, directors of player personnel and scouts all congregated in one place for one game which features a group of mostly future first and second round draft picks in a ‘non’ all-star game … Read More
The Draft Ranking Fallout
Talk about busy. The month of January, with the World Junior Championship rapping up and the CHL Top Prospects game taking centre stage, can be a demanding time for scouting agencies and NHL teams when it comes to re-shuffle their lists and draft rankings based on their most current viewings.
Nugent-Hopkins vaults to top of January draft ranking
Sean Couturier is champion no more. For the first time this season, the Drummondville Voltigeurs forward is not a top Future Considerations’ ranking for the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.
Hits and Misses at the Top Prospects Game
Typically there isn’t much interest in a 7-1 game. But with 40 of the CHL’s best draft eligibles on the ice for the Top Prospects Game, it wasn’t the score scouts were interested in. Assembled primarily as a scouting exercise, the game allows a glimpse at the top talent available for the 2011 NHL Entry Draft in June.
RNH shines brightest at Top Prospects Game
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins had a message to deliver to those that questioned his draft ranking. Only the soft spoken Red Deer Rebel forward didn’t do it with words.
Draft eligibles put forth mixed performance in Buffalo
Every year the IIHF World Junior Championship gives NHL fans a preview of some of the world’s best young drafted hockey players who will likely one day be playing in the NHL.
Top prospects tumbling in 2011 draft rankings
With every draft year there are those who start strong only to drop down the rankings throughout the year for one reason or another.
Draft gives feelings of 2009
In the words of former New York Yankee and Hall of Fame baseball legend Yogi Berra, “This is like déjà vu all over again”.
Couturier keeps hold on FC’s Christmas Ranking
Drummondville Voltigeurs forward Sean Couturier got an early Christmas present in being the lone 2011 NHL Entry Draft eligible player to be named to Canada’s roster for the World Junior Championship.
‘Dub draft eligible d-man misfortune strikes Musil
The curse continues for draft eligible defensemen in the Western Hockey League.
Grimaldi using faith, drive to power NHL dream
Most promising NHL prospects have certain characteristics in common with each other to aid in their bids to make their dream of playing pro hockey a reality. Some have athletic genes passed down from a parent or other family member, some have impressive physical size to build upon, many have local trainers and hockey programs at their finger tips from … Read More
The Draft’s Hot List
A new season comes new surprises, especially in the world of hockey prospects. Perhaps this is no more true than those eligible for the annual Entry Draft, chasing the dream of being selected by a National Hockey League team and starting to take the steps to playing professional hockey for a living.
2011 NHL Entry Draft at a glance
With Taylor vs. Tyler discussed – ad nauseam, and finally settled; and the summer gone and the new season in full swing, we can again turn focus to the next crop of talented future NHLers as they look to impress scouts and NHL executives in countless hockey arenas around the globe.
Couturier tops FC’s November Draft Rankings
Sean Couturier is still the top dog. The Drummondville Voltigeurs standout is ranked first among available draftees in Future Considerations’ November rankings for the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.
Couturier Kept Silent
Silence can speak volumes. Especially in the case of 2011 draft eligible prospect Sean Couturier.
FC releases preliminary list for 2011 NHL Entry Draft
With the QMJHL season already underway and the rest of the hockey world ready to follow suit, the Taylor vs. Tyler debate of yesteryear has been put on the back burner as their careers continue to play out.