There are a lot of things a player can control on and off the ice.
Noel pushing to become complete draft package
At 6-foot-5 and 200 pounds, Oshawa Generals right wing Serron Noel is easy to spot on the ice.
Chyzowski keeping the game in the family
Coach Shaun Clouston found himself in a difficult position when the 2017-18 WHL season began for the Medicine Hat Tigers.
Giroux not letting size dictate stature
When it comes to sizing up his draft prospects, undersized Saginaw Spirit left wing Damien Giroux feels that the game is rapidly changing to embrace players of his stature.
Undersized Addison big on upside
Calen Addison is a self-aware teenager. He knows the type of player that he is.
Dellandrea finds comfort in Flint
The story of the Flint Firebirds had a rocky beginning.
Smith showcasing strong maturity with Spokane
One would be forgiven in thinking Spokane Chiefs defenseman Ty Smith is older than he is.
Reinhardt not focused on draft noise
For young hockey players trying to punch their ticket to the NHL, no two paths are quite the same.
Advice, summer sweat fueling Hayton’s start
As he charts a path towards the 2018 draft day podium, Barrett Hayton of the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds knows he’s able to benefit from those who have blazed the same trail before him.
Groulx taking poised approach to draft season
As one of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League’s top draft eligible talents, Benoit-Olivier Groulx is trying to keep things in check.
Dunkley working to build on expectations
It’s heady company to be placed in, mentioned in comparison to the likes of Jonathan Toews and Sam Bennett.
Mature Bouchard poised to push in draft season
Evan Bouchard is expected to hear his name called early to the podium for the 2018 NHL entry draft.
Smith sees plenty of father in Foote
Jason Smith saw plenty of longtime NHL defenseman Adam Foote during his 15-year, 1008-game National Hockey League career.
Thomas heeding advice from Knights teammates
Robert Thomas hasn’t had to look far for any inspiration.
Garreffa working towards big things
Joseph Garreffa is putting in a big season.
Lind showcasing strong game all over ice
The numbers speak for themselves.
Hischier has fan in teammate Fortier
Maxime Fortier has seen his fair share of talent roll through the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League.
Morand priorise son équipe à son année de repêchage
Le 24 juin 2017 sera une journée très spéciale pour plusieurs jeunes hockeyeurs de 17 et 18 ans provenant d’un peu partout dans le monde.
Morand puts team first in draft year
June 23rd & 24th 2017 will be two special dates for some young hockey players aged between 17 and 18 years old from all around the world.
Valimaki pushing aside draft pressure
There’s no draft pressure on Tri-City Americans defenseman Juuso Valimaki.
Reichel hopes to carve NHL path from Germany
Hockey isn’t big in Germany. But for the kids who do play the sport the dreams are no different from their counterparts in Canada, the United States and beyond.
Fleury heeding advice from big brother
Helpful texts here and there have helped Kootenay Ice defenseman Cale Fleury keep an even-keel.
Rondbjerg proud of World Juniors performance
When Denmark fell to Russia in the quarterfinals of the 2017 IIHF World Junior Championship, it ended off an impressive tournament for the underdog nation.
Hischier shines under World Juniors spotlight
In a tournament dominated by 19-year-olds, draft-eligible forwards rarely find themselves in the spotlight.
Ahcan happy to play underdog ahead of draft
Few National Hockey League defensemen are as small as Jack Ahcan, but that hasn’t stopped him from pursuing his career and the NHL Draft against the odds.
Ruzicka knows draft eyes are out at World Juniors
Adam Ruzicka isn’t letting his age or the pressure affect him at the 2017 IIHF World Junior Championship.
Foote rooting for Canada at World Juniors
Disappointed, understandably. But Kelowna Rockets Cal Foote is willing to be patient to follow his father to the international stage.
Mitchell not concerned about draft standing
First round or seventh. It makes no difference to Spruce Grove Saints defenseman Ian Mitchell.
Makar flourishing under draft pressures
Cale Makar knows the attention that comes with wearing the ‘C’ for a Canadian entry at an international tournament.
Poehling’s draft journey a brotherly effort
Ryan Poehling swapped summer fun for summer school.
Anderson, Bowers together for draft ride
It’s no secret that the Waterloo Black Hawks are off to a great start to the 20016-17 season.
Ratcliffe relaxed in draft journey
The pressure if off, insists Guelph Storm forward Isaac Ratcliffe.
Strome set to follow in family footsteps
Ryan Strome was called to the stage at Xcel Energy Center in Minnesota with the fifth overall pick, held by the New York Islanders, in the 2011 NHL Draft.
Vilardi ready for draft season experience
Gabe Vilardi doesn’t need the reminder. He knows he’s entering his draft year. But the 17-year-old isn’t concerned. He’s embracing the experience, one day at a time. “You have to enjoy it,” said Vilardi, who sustained a knee injury at Canada’s selection camp for the Ivan Hlinka, but is expected to resume full-time duty with the Windsor Spitfires, his junior team, … Read More
Bowers content with USHL path
Shane Bowers bounced the name Sam Gagner when prompted with the trivia question.
Jones not overshadowed in draft chase
It’d be easy for Max Jones to lose a little of the spotlight when suiting up for the London Knights.
Nylander ready to follow in brother’s footsteps
Twenty-four months after his brother onstage as a first rounder at the 2014 NHL Draft, Alexander Nylander will have the opportunity to do the same in just under two weeks.
Path to NHL Draft filled with dreams, adversity
For thousands of 17-year-old kids, the NHL Draft turns young hockey players into hopeless romantics, dreamers who make sacrifices for a reward that at best guarantees nothing. The draft is all about ‘living the dream’.
Gauthier has sights set on longstanding goal
Julien Gauthier knew from a young age what he wanted to be when he grew up.
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Larkin trending up as draft nears
Every draft has its risers and fallers. Some are able to raise their game at important times, taking their draft stock with them, while others falter when it matters most.
De Leo delighted with Portland push
Chase De Leo is well aware of the success rate that comes with sporting a Portland Winterhawks jersey.
Schmaltz elevating play, stock in draft year
Scoring points is something of a comfort zone for Nick Schmaltz – he’s been doing it his entire career.
Virtanen primed for big season
Jake Virtanen could tell you exactly where he’s ranked. But the Calgary Hitmen forward can’t be bothered.