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Sep 21, 2024; Buffalo, New York, USA;  Pittsburgh Penguins goalie Joel Blomqvist (30) looks to make a save during the second period against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Injury Opens Opportunity for Penguins' Top Goalie Prospect

An injury within the starting goalie duo has opened a golden chance for the top goalie prospect in the Pittsburgh Penguins system.

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Sep 21, 2024; Buffalo, New York, USA;  Pittsburgh Penguins goalie Joel Blomqvist (30) looks to make a save during the second period against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images
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Injury Opens Opportunity for Penguins' Top Goalie Prospect

An injury within the starting goalie duo has opened a golden chance for the top goalie prospect in the Pittsburgh Penguins system.

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Sep 29, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Utah Hockey Club forward Tij Iginla (12) waits for a face off during the third period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images
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Utah Hockey Club Sends Top Prospect Back to Junior Team

The Utah Hockey Club will wait on the NHL debut of their top prospect.

Nick Horwat
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Apr 11, 2024; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Boston College forward Ryan Leonard (9) protects the puck from Michigan defenseman Seamus Casey (26) in the semifinals of the 2024 Frozen Four college ice hockey tournament at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-Imagn Images
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Why Every NHL Team Is Watching Boston College This Year

The Boston College Eagles are loaded with NHL prospects and talent, and every team will be keeping a close eye on their season.

Jacob Punturi
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Jun 28, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Macklin Celebrini is selected with the 1st overall pick in the first round of the 2024 NHL Draft by the San Jose Sharks at The Sphere. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
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Sharks Star Rookie To Make Preseason Debut

The San Jose Sharks are ready for their preseason opener with their top prospect in the lineup.

Nick Horwat
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Michigan left wing Rutger McGroarty looks to pass against Michigan State defenseman Maxim Strbak during the third period at Yost Ice Arena in Ann Arbor on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024.
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Penguins Top Prospect to Make Debut

With the Pittsburgh Penguins beginning their preseason schedule, their top prospect will make his team debut.

Jacob Punturi
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Oct 21, 2023; Tampa, Florida, USA;  Toronto Maple Leafs center Fraser Minten (39) warms up before a game against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Maple Leafs to Open Camp Without Multiple Key Prospects

Injuries will sideline multiple prospects as the Toronto Maple Leafs are set to open their 2024 training camp.

Nick Horwat
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Erie Otters defenseman Matthew Schaefer controls the puck against the Sarnia Sting at Erie Insurance Arena in Erie on Oct. 21, 2023.
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Inaugural CHL vs. USA Prospects Challenge Announced

The best 2025 NHL Draft prospects will square off in an inaugural challenge.

Jacob Punturi
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Apr 11, 2024; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Boston College Eagles goaltender Jacob Fowler (1) makes a save on Michigan Wolverines forward Garrett Schifsky (17) in the semifinals of the 2024 Frozen Four college ice hockey tournament during the third period at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-Imagn Images
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Canadiens Prospect Fully in on New Home

The Montreal Canadiens' top goaltending prospect hopes to bring winning ways back to the organization.

Jacob Punturi
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Jul 7, 2022; Montreal, Quebec, CANADA; Owen Pickering after being selected as the number twenty-one overall pick to the Pittsburgh Penguins in the first round of the 2022 NHL Draft at Bell Centre.
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Three Penguins to Watch at Prospects Challenge

Multiple prospects are looking to make an impression for the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Nick Belsky
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Sep 25, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Easton Cowan (53) skates with the puck against the Ottawa Senators during overtime at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
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Maple Leafs Add Roadblocks for Key Prospect

The Toronto Maple Leafs have made it tougher for Easton Cowan to earn a role on the NHL roster.

Nick Horwat
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Jun 28, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Philadelphia Flyers draft pick Matvei Michkov puts on his hat after being selected with the seventh pick in round one of the 2023 NHL Draft at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images
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Flyers Forward Sees Massive Upside for Second-Year Prospect

The Philadelphia Flyers can't wait to welcome their top prospect to the NHL this season.

Jon Alfano
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Apr 11, 2024; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Boston College Eagles forward Will Smith (6) carries the puck in the semifinals of the 2024 Frozen Four college ice hockey tournament during the second period against the Michigan Wolverines at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-Imagn Images
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Another Sharks Legend Welcomes Rookie Into His Home

After Joe Thornton opened his doors to Macklin Celebrini, another San Jose Sharks icon is welcoming another future star into his home.

Nick Horwat
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Sep 24, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  Pittsburgh Penguins center Brayden Yager (62) scores a goal against Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Aaron Dell (35) in the shootout at PPG Paints Arena. Pittsburgh won 3-2 in a shootout. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
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Jets Newest Prospect Addresses Penguins Trade

The Winnipeg Jets and their newest prospect are equally excited about his addition to the organization.

Jacob Punturi
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Jul 7, 2022; Montreal, Quebec, CANADA; Rutger Mcgroarty shakes hands with NHL commissioner Gary Bettman after being selected as the number fourteen overall pick to the Winnepeg Jets in the first round of the 2022 NHL Draft at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-USA TODAY Sports
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Expectations Set for Penguins Newest Top Prospect

The ceiling is pretty high for the newest Pittsburgh Penguins prospect, Rutger McGroarty.

Nick Horwat
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Sep 24, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  Pittsburgh Penguins center Brayden Yager (62) takes the ice against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
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Penguins and Jets Trade Details Revealed

The Pittsburgh Penguins and Winnipeg Jets have swapped top prospects Brayden Yager and Rutger McGroarty.

Nick Horwat
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Michigan left wing Rutger McGroarty looks to pass against Michigan State defenseman Maxim Strbak during the third period at Yost Ice Arena in Ann Arbor on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024.
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Report: Penguins and Jets Trade Top Prospects

The Pittsburgh Penguins and Winnipeg Jets have swapped their top prospects in a reported trade.

Nick Horwat
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Apr 16, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers center Ryan Poehling (25), defenseman Travis Sanheim (6), defenseman Cam York (8), right wing Travis Konecny (11) and right wing Tyson Foerster (71) during national anthem against the Washington Capitals at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
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Drama Continues Between Flyers and Russian Prospect

The Philadelphia Flyers are still trying to figure out whether or not one of their top Russian prospects will play in North America or not this upcoming season.

Jacob Punturi
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Apr 2, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Vancouver Canucks right wing Vasily Podkolzin (92) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports
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Oilers Trade Canucks for Former First-Round Pick

The Edmonton Oilers have acquired forward Vasily Podkolzin from the Vancouver Canucks.

Nick Horwat
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Jul 7, 2022; Montreal, Quebec, CANADA; Conor Geekie after being selected as the number eleven overall pick to the Arizona Coyotes in the first round of the 2022 NHL Draft at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-USA TODAY Sports
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Conor Geekie Wants to Crack Lightning's Roster

The Tampa Bay Lightning have big plans for their top prospect.

Jacob Punturi
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Apr 13, 2024; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Boston College Eagles forward Cutter Gauthier (19) takes the ice against the Denver Pioneers before the third period of the championship game of the 2024 Frozen Four college ice hockey tournament at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-USA TODAY Sports
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New Lawsuit Against NCAA Could Open Door to CHL Players

A new lawsuit against the NCAA could open up the door for CHL players to begin playing college hockey.

Jacob Punturi
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Jun 7, 2024; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Edmonton Oilers general manager Ken Holland, left, and head coach Kris Knoblauch take questions during media day in advance of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-USA TODAY Sports
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Oilers Could Have Avoided Offer Sheets

Upper management of the Edmonton Oilers wanted their top prospects extended, but then-GM Ken Holland never made the deals.

Nick Horwat
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Jun 28, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Detroit Red Wings draft pick Axel Sandin Pellikka puts on his sweater after being selected with the seventeenth pick in round one of the 2023 NHL Draft at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
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Red Wings Reveal Plans for Top Defensive Prospect

The Detroit Red Wings made their plans known for one of their top defensive prospects.

Jacob Punturi
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Kings To Host Annual Rookie Faceoff

The Los Angeles Kings are due to host the annual Rookie Faceoff for the first time.

Nick Horwat
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Oct 5, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Fraser Minten (39) pursues the play against the Detroit Red Wings in the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports
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Maple Leafs Prospect Nearing NHL Leap

Fraser Minten is closing in on being a regular face in the Toronto Maple Leafs NHL lineup.

Nick Horwat
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Feb 7, 2024; Plymouth, MI, USA; USA s James Hagens (10) battles along the boards for the puck with Finland's Markus Loponen (14) during the third period of the 2024 U18 s Five Nations Tournament at USA Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-USA TODAY Sports
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James Hagens Tops 2025 NHL Draft Rankings

A recent ranking of the 2025 NHL Draft Class had an unsurprising face at the top of the list.

Jacob Punturi
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