Robert Thomas hasn’t had to look far for any inspiration.
2016 NHL Draft provides plenty of storylines
From the selection of Auston Matthews first overall to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Friday night, to the plucking of Filip Helt by the St. Louis Blues 211th overall, the 2016 NHL Entry Draft has come and gone.
FC’s Staff 2016 Mock Draft (Picks 11-20)
Future Considerations has asked a few of our evaluators who have been in the rinks all season scouting 2016 eligible prospects to give their input on team need, drafting tendencies and who they think NHL teams will be looking to add to their prospect pool in this first round mock draft.
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.
Tkachuk set to cap off incredible year at draft
Matthew Tkachuk has had a big year. It’s about to get even bigger.
Mete, Mascherin favorites of scout Galloway
Future Considerations’ Ontario-based scout Dylan Galloway gives his thoughts on who from the 2016 NHL Draft class left him impressed, who disappointed and who his sleeper is on draft day.
Tkachuk at forefront of Knights Memorial Cup bid
The London Knights have plenty of NHL Draft eligible power to help push them towards a Memorial Cup bid.
FC releases March ranking for 2016 NHL Draft
Less is more when it comes to the 2016 NHL Draft class, and there’s little movement at the top.
FC releases February ranking for 2016 NHL Draft
Internal rankings discussion among Future Considerations scouts is providing plenty of heated discussion.
Chychrun, Tkachuk headline CHL Top Prospects Game
Jakob Chychrun and Matthew Tkachuk, Future Considerations’ highest-ranked Canadian Hockey League skaters for the 2016 NHL Draft, were among the 40 players named to play in the BMO CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game in Vancouver on Jan. 28.
OHL crop looking better than expected
Initial looks last winter had the Ontario Hockey League crop for 2016 appearing less than stellar, but with some high-end guys coming over from the U.S. system and a few marquee additions through the Import Draft, the yield once again promises to produce some strong talent.
FC’s October ranking for 2016 NHL Draft
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CALGARY, AB —Auston Matthews of the ZSC Lions tops Future Considerations’ October ranking for the 2016 NHL Draft.
Director’s Cut: Draft talent scattered around globe
Well, here we are. It is early fall and the search for the next crop of NHL draft talent is already in full swing for our evaluators.
Eligibles show strong crop at AAPG
The skills of the new breed were on display in Buffalo, NY on Thursday night when 42 of the best American draft eligible players took to the ice in the CCM/USA Hockey All-American Prospects Game.
McInnis takes home AAPG MVP honors
Luke McInnis (Youngstown Phantoms), who notched two points, including the game-winning goal, earned Player of the Game honors as Team Plante defeated Team Roenick, 6-4, in the 4th annual CCM/USA Hockey All-American Prospects Game at the First Niagara Center in Buffalo, New York.
Tkachuk, Jones front AAPG rosters
Forwards Matthew Tkachuk and Max Jones of the London Knights are among the 42 players who will compete in the fourth annual CCM/USA Hockey All-American Prospects Game.
FC releases Prelim Ranking for 2016 Draft
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CALGARY, AB – Auston Matthews of the US National Team Development Program tops Future Considerations’ preliminary ranking for the 2016 NHL Draft.
Plenty showcase well at U17’s
The World Under-17 Hockey Challenge has always been a staple for NHL organizations to get a look at future NHL draft talent and major junior teams to try to scout and recruit future CHL import picks.
Director’s Cut: Race for No. 1 wide open
Will it be Sam Reinhart? Aaron Ekblad perhaps? Will another step up and grab the title?
Mock Draft Mania: Dan Stewart (Scouting Director)
With the first overall pick, the Colorado Avalanche select…
Mock Draft Mania: Aaron Vickers (Managing Editor)
With the first overall pick, the Colorado Avalanche select…
Rankings Rewind: FC’s 1st overalls
With the 1st overall selection in the National Hockey League Draft, Future Considerations selects…
Director’s Cut: The final cut of the 2013 NHL Draft
With the 2013 NHL Draft now just weeks away and all the on-ice competition complete for the 2012-13 season where draft eligibility is concerned, it is time to put down the notebook and reflect on some of the performances of the high-end draft eligible prospects.
FC releases Final Ranking for 2013 NHL Draft
Despite a strong push from Halifax Mooseheads forward Nathan MacKinnon, Seth Jones of the Portland Winterhawks remains as the top prospect in Future Considerations’ Final Ranking for the 2013 NHL Draft.
MacKinnon leaves lasting impression at Memorial Cup
Nathan MacKinnon‘s performance at the Mastercard Memorial Cup dropped a few jaws along the way.
Avalanche have great debate with top pick
Nathan MacKinnon has given the Colorado Avalanche a lot to debate over the next month.
MacKinnon named Memorial Cup MVP
He’s earned the hardware he set out to win, but 2013 NHL Draft eligible forward Nathan MacKinnon will have some extra carry-on to haul back to Halifax.
Jones named CHL’s top prospect
Seth Jones is Future Considerations’ top-ranked prospect for the 2013 NHL Draft.
Zykov scores CHL rookie of the year award
Valentin Zykov‘s impressive rookie season in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League didn’t go unnoticed by scouts.
NHL unveils Scouting Combine list
Over a hundred of the 2013 NHL Draft’s top prospects will be in attendance at the NHL Scouting Combine from May 27 to June 1 in Toronto, ON.
FC releases April ranking for 2013 NHL Draft
Though things are status quo up top in Future Considerations’ April Ranking, the Knights are on the move.
Jones named FC Defenseman of the Month
Future Considerations announced today Seth Jones of the Portland Winterhawks has been named draft eligible Defenseman of the Month for March.
FC releases March ranking for 2013 NHL Draft
With the Portland Winterhawks, Seth Jones is used to being on top of the Western Hockey League standings.
WHL eligibles leave lasting impressions
The end of the regular season is an important time for Western Hockey League prospects to leave a last impression in the heads of scouts.
Stewart: Draft risers and Jones’ throne
There are questions each month about risers and fallers in the draft rankings provided by Future Considerations.
FC releases February ranking for 2013 NHL Draft
Seth Jones of the Portland Winterhawks has successfully defended his crown – for now.
Petan nabbing draft spotlight
It’s not hard to feel overshadowed if you’re a member of the Portland Winterhawks.
Jones understands draft buzz
With the grind of his rookie Western Hockey League season, the All-American Top Prospects Game, the CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game and the World Junior Championship, it’s understandable if the top-ranked prospect for the 2013 NHL Draft is a little weary.
FC releases January Ranking for 2013 NHL Draft
For the first time, there’s a new top dog among eligibles for the 2013 NHL Draft according to Future Considerations scouts.
Orr eligibles shine in CHL Prospects Game
One of the biggest events in the scouting community, the annual CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game offers an opportunity to see some of the top junior talent available for the NHL Draft.
FC names WJC Draft-Eligible All-Star Team
Future Considerations has unveiled it’s draft eligible All-Star Team for the 2013 World Junior Championship.
Juniors impress FC scouts in Russia
While many of us in North America were at home sleeping in bed at puck drop, there were those lucky few who were able to take in first hand some of the year’s best hockey in Ufa, Russia.
Americans set to shine in Prospects Game
After last year saw just one American invited to the CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game, American born players will have a much larger showing at this year’s game in Halifax Wednesday.
Director’s Cut: Eligibles shine at WJC
The holiday season is without a doubt my favorite time of year.
WJC Draft Eligible Leaders
With the World Junior Championship in the books, here’s a look at the leaders among the 2013 NHL Draft class.
Jones named Hockey Soda Defenseman of the Month
Future Considerations announced today Seth Jones of the Portland Winterhawks of the WHL has been named Hockey Soda Energy draft eligible Defenseman of the Month for December.
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