The goaltending picture at the 2026 U18 World Championship was, as usual, a mix ofconfirmation, disappointment, and genuine surprise. Some prospects used the tournament as alaunching pad. Others reminded us why evaluation is never a
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Weekly 2026 Draft Eligible Three Stars
This week’s three stars feature a Western Hockey League defenseman leading the postseason in scoring while driving his team toward a title, an Ontario Hockey League center continuing to anchor one of the league’s top contenders, and a Swedish winger transitioning seamlessly from junior and professional success to the international stage.
Continue ReadingGame Report – Everett Silvertips 3 vs Kelowna Rockets 4 OT – April 15th, 2026
Game Report – April 15th, 2026 Everett Silvertips 3 vs Kelowna Rockets 4 OT Venue: Prospera Place Brek Liske. #42 Everett Silvertips. January 9, 2008. Right shot defenseman. 6.02 / 187 Description: Above-average sized, two-way defenseman
Continue ReadingGame Report – Saskatoon Blades 3 vs Edmonton Oil Kings 2 OT – April 6th, 2026
Game Report – April 6th, 2026 Saskatoon Blades 3 VS Edmonton Oil Kings 4 OT Venue: Rogers Place Zac Olsen. #9 Saskatoon Blades. March 16, 2008. Right shot right wing. 6.01 / 196 Description: Above-average sized,
Continue ReadingGame Report – Medicine Hat Tigers 5 vs Regina Pats 4 – April 4th, 2026
Game Report – April 4th, 2026 Medicine Hat Tigers 5 VS Regina Pats 4 Venue: Co-op Place Markus Ruck. #26 Medicine Hat Tigers. February 21, 2008, Left shot left wing. 6.00 / 168. Description: Above-average
Continue ReadingWeekly 2026 Draft Eligible Three Stars
This week’s draft-eligible three stars feature a Swedish center who is on fire in his junior club’s postseason after his pro season ended; a Western Hockey League defender who piled up goals in the regular season and continues to in the playoffs; and a dynamic Ontario Hockey League center that continues to help drive the bus for one of the most dangerous outfits in Canadian major junior hockey.
Continue ReadingCarson Carels Scouting Report
Carson Carels. #4 Prince George Cougars. June 23, 2008. Left shot defenseman. 6.02/194 Description: Above-average size, highly skilled offensive defenseman with strong playmaking and scoring ability. Strengths: Elite mobility defines his game. He is a
Continue ReadingWeekly 2026 Draft Eligible Three Stars
This week’s three stars are highlighted by the player in the Canadian Hockey League who topped the 100 point mark, a Latvian winger who is hoping to find an NHL home in his second year of eligibility, and a Western Hockey League (WHL) defender who is fighting for the top billing of rearguards from that league.
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Mathis Preston: Vancouver Giants #96. Right shot right wing. 5’11/176lbs Description: Skilled forward Strengths: Highly effective at anticipating the flow of play and finding lanes to get pucks through traffic to the net. Possesses a
Continue ReadingWeekly Draft Eligible Three Stars: The Goalie Edition
This week’s draft-eligible three stars is taking a different approach. The main focus has been on some of the top point getters among players trying to build up their stock for the 2026 NHL Draft, but this week it showcases three goaltenders.
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