FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CALGARY, AB – Connor McDavid of the Erie Otters tops Future Considerations’ March ranking for the 2015 NHL Draft, presented by FASTHockey.
Director’s Cut: Plenty of International action
With the shortest month of the year upon us comes another week of international play with numerous big events hosted in various countries across the pond that needed evaluators attention.
Plenty of value in WHL sleepers
It’s no longer a secret that NHL organizations need to find value at the draft. The salary cap continues to be an ever-present force on day-to-day dealings in the league and having young, cost-controlled talent is an absolute must for any potential Cup-winning club.
Ingram named DoubleBlue Top Goalie
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CALGARY, AB – Future Considerations Hockey today announced Connor Ingram of the Kamloops Blazers as the Double Blue 360 draft eligible Goaltender of the month for January.
Juulsen named Crash top defenseman
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CALGARY, AB – Future Considerations Hockey today announced Noah Juulsen of the Everett Silvertips as the Crash Conditioning draft eligible Defenseman of the month for January.
Meier named Pacific4 Top Forward
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CALGARY, AB – Future Considerations Hockey today announced Timo Meier of the Halifax Mooseheads as the Pacific4 Sports Management draft eligible Forward of the month for January.
From The Notebook: January Edition
Every season Future Considerations’ scouts spend countless hours in cold rinks across the globe in an effort to gather information on the next wave of NHL talent coming down the pipe.
Director’s Cut: Stretch drive shaping draft order
With the IIHF World Junior Championship finished and the multiple prospect games and holiday tournaments now in the books the current hockey season is officially entering the final stretch run.
FC releases Midterm ranking for 2015 Draft
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CALGARY, AB – Connor McDavid of the Erie Otters tops Future Considerations’ Midterm ranking for the 2015 NHL Draft presented by FASTHockey.
Eligibles dont disappoint at Prospects Game
With over 200 NHL scouts and management assembled in St. Catharines, ON, the Canadian Hockey League’s top-40 draft eligible prospects didn’t disappoint.
Eligibles shine on World Junior stage
The World Junior Championship is some of the best and most intense hockey action you will get to see during the calendar year and the 2015 edition did not disappoint.
Provorov named Crash Top Defenseman
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CALGARY, AB – Future Considerations Hockey today announced Ivan Provorov of Russia (Brandon Wheat Kings) as the World Junior edition of the Crash Conditioning draft eligible Defenseman of the month for December.
Godla named DoubleBlue Top Goalie
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CALGARY, AB – Future Considerations Hockey today announced Denis Godla of Slovakia (Team Slovakia U20) as the World Junior edition of the Double Blue 360 draft eligible Goaltender of the month for December.
McDavid named Pacific4 Top Forward
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CALGARY, AB – Future Considerations Hockey today announced Connor McDavid of Team Canada (Erie Otters) as the World Junior edition of the Pacific4 Sports Management draft eligible Forward of the month for December.
Eligibles shine at WJAC
In past World Junior A Challenge events, the draft eligible talent on the ice has been rather hit or miss.This year saw plenty of hit.
From The Notebook: December Edition
Every season Future Considerations’ scouts spend countless hours in cold rinks across the globe in an effort to gather information on the next wave of NHL talent coming down the pipe.
Draft eligibles set to shine in WJC
Typically, 19 year olds dominate the World Junior Championship. The 2015 edition may be the exception.
FC releases December ranking for NHL Draft
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CALGARY, AB – Connor McDavid of the Erie Otters continues to top Future Considerations’ ranking for the 2015 NHL Draft presented by FASTHockey.
Director’s Cut: ‘Tis the season for scouts
With the World Junior Championship approaching and the World Junior A Challenge in full swing; Teddy Bear toss games along with other lower level showcases and tournaments filling up our December calendar, the hockey world is in full blown festive spirit.
McDavid heads Top Prospects Game roster
Connor McDavid, Future Considerations’ top-ranked prospect for the 2015 NHL Draft, will represent Team Orr at the 2015 CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game in St. Catherines, ON. on Jan. 22.
Meloche named Crash Top Defenseman
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CALGARY, AB — Future Considerations Hockey today announced Nicolas Meloche of the Baie-Comeau Drakkar as the Crash Conditioning draft eligible Defenseman of the month for November.
Montembeault named DoubleBlue Top Goalie
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CALGARY, AB — Future Considerations Hockey today announced Samuel Montembeault of the Blainsville-Boisbriand Armada as the Double Blue 360 draft eligible Goaltender of the month for November.
Marner named Pacific4 Top Forward
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CALGARY, AB — Future Considerations Hockey today announced Mitch Marner of the London Knights as the Pacific4 Sports Management draft eligible Forward of the month for November.
Big Three provide franchise upside
The typical trend of November in the scouting world is that by this time scouts are getting a good general idea of where everyone in their respective leagues shake out in the overall draft picture.
Previewing the 2015 European draft class
A new season is upon us and with that a new group to continue scouting heading towards their selection day in June.
Previewing the 2015 USA draft class
A new season is upon us and with that a new group to continue scouting heading towards their selection day in June.
From The Notebook: November Edition
Every season Future Considerations’ scouts spend countless hours in cold rinks across the globe in an effort to gather information on the next wave of NHL talent coming down the pipe.
Previewing the 2015 OHL Draft class
A new season is upon us and with that a new group to continue scouting heading towards their selection day in June.
Knee injury sidelines Barzal
Connor McDavid will get a little draft eligible company on the injured reserve.
Director’s Cut: Promise shining bright
Come November each year, evaluators start to feel like they are getting a firmer grasp on the talent available for the upcoming draft.
FC releases November ranking for NHL Draft
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CALGARY, AB – Connor McDavid of the Erie Otters continues to top Future Considerations’ ranking for the 2015 NHL Draft presented by FASTHockey.
Injury wont put McDavid’s stock in flux
The hockey world has been in a state of shock as Connor McDavid, the early consensus for the top pick in the 2015 NHL Draft, injured his hand in a fight.
Previewing the 2015 WHL draft class
A new season is upon us and with that a new group to continue scouting as we head towards their selection day in June.
Super Series boasts scouting opportunity
The Subway Super Series will have no shortage of opportunities for NHL scouts eyeing the draft.
From the Notebook: October Edition
Every season Future Considerations’ scouts spend countless hours in cold rinks across the globe in an effort to gather information on the next wave of NHL talent coming down the pipe.
Bracco’s size his advantage
With stricter rules on hooking, holding, body checking, and fighting rising to prominence in the NHL, the slow exodus of the enforcer is upon us.
Provorov named Crash Top Defenseman
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CALGARY, AB – Future Considerations Hockey today announced Ivan Provorov of the Brandon Wheat Kings as the Crash Conditioning draft eligible Defenseman of the month for October.
Previewing the QMJHL 2015 Draft Class
A new season is upon us and with that a new group to continue scouting heading towards their selection day in June.
Sweden’s Ahl soaring up the ranks
The 2014 NHL Draft saw William Nylander, a smallish forward with explosive skating ability and incredible offensive creativity, be taken in the first round.
Phoenix’s Roy a rising prospect
With the Canadian Hockey League populated by players whose ages range from 16-20 years, it’s rare for a 17 year old to be leading the scoring race for any position in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League.
FC releases October ranking for 2015 Draft
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CALGARY, AB — Connor McDavid of the Erie Otters tops Future Considerations’ October ranking for the 2015 NHL Draft presented by FASTHockey.
Director’s Cut: Introducing the Class of 2015
Optimism reigns supreme with the introduction of each and every future NHL draft class. Or at least that is the way it seems to this evaluator who has been closely following the NHL draft and its developing prospects for a couple of decades now.
Konecny named 67’s captain
Travis Konecny is in just his second year of major junior hockey, but that hasn’t stopped the Ottawa 67’s from naming the 17-year-old as captain.
CCHL showcases top draft talent
There is a reason the CCHL Showcase is one of the most highly anticipated hockey events in the Nation’s capital.
Hlinka sets stage for 2015 draft crop
While most of the world is still sitting on a beach soaking in the sun each August, hundreds of hockey scouts congregate on the small European cities of Breclav, Czech Republic and Piestany, Slovakia for the unofficial kick off to the scouting season.
Schneider named DoubleBlue Goalie of the Month
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CALGARY, AB — Future Considerations Hockey today announced Nick Schneider of the Medicine Hat Tigers as the Double Blue 360 draft eligible Goaltender of the month for September.
Pilon named Crash Defenseman of the Month
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CALGARY, AB — Future Considerations Hockey today announced Ryan Pilon of the Brandon Wheat Kings as the Crash Conditioning draft eligible Defenseman of the month for September.
Strome named Pacific4 Forward of the Month
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CALGARY, AB — Future Considerations Hockey today announced Dylan Strome of the Erie Otters as the Pacific4 Sports Management draft eligible Forward of the month for September.
Americans front in center at AAPG in Buffalo
The Jack Eichel show was in town as he and 41 other draft eligible prospects took part in the third annual CCM/USA Hockey All-American Prospects Game in Buffalo, NY.
McDavid named Otters captain
Highly-touted NHL Draft prospect Connor McDavid can add another title to his resume.