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07-29-2007 - Hurricanes 2007 draft review

A familiar hockey family name topped the Carolina Hurricanes' 2007 draft 

07-25-2007 - Predators 2007 draft review

The Predators were leaders of the charge on Americans in 2007, selecting four, including their top two picks. 

07-21-2007 - Flyers 2007 draft review

On the heels of the worst season in franchise history, the Flyers found themselves in the unfamiliar position of picking near the very top of the NHL draft. The team added to its already-impressive stable of prospects by selecting forward James vanRiemsdyk second overall, highlighting general manager Paul Holmgren's first draft at the helm.

07-18-2007 - Panthers 2007 draft review


The Florida Panthers had eight selections in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft and used those picks to draft one goaltender, three defensemen, and four forwards.

07-18-2007 - Avalanche 2007 draft review

The Avalanche selected nine players in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft: five forwards, two defensemen, and two goaltenders.

07-17-2007 - WHL 2007 Entry Draft review

Thirty-seven WHLers were drafted in 2007, after a down year in 2006.

07-16-2007 - Ducks 2007 draft review

The Anaheim Ducks made eight selections at the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

07-15-2007 - Rangers 2007 draft review

The Rangers selected six players in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

07-14-2007 - Maple Leafs 2007 draft review

When the Leafs finally did get back to making selections instead of trading them away, they were left with their own picks in Rounds 3-7 and an extra pick in the fourth round – thanks to the Mikael Tellqvist trade with Phoenix – for a total of six selections.

07-14-2007 - Penguins 2007 draft review

The Pittsburgh Penguins had Angelo Esposito fall to them at No. 20 in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

07-10-2007 - Lightning 2007 draft review

Tampa picked up three extra picks from the Ottawa Senators late in the draft, to make a total of nine picks.

07-10-2007 - Flames 2007 draft review

Heading into the 2007 entry draft, the Calgary Flames owned five selections, including the 18th overall pick.  After numerous pick swaps, the end was result was still five new prospects added to the fold, including center Mikael Backlund, selected 24th overall.

07-10-2007 - Sharks 2007 draft review

The Sharks 2007 Entry Draft went off as a typical one for them compared to the last few years.  The organization traded to get two first-round picks and chose players which they coveted, while moving players who had become disposable to them.

07-09-2007 - Sabres 2007 draft review

The theme of Buffalo's 2007 NHL draft was buying North American.

07-08-2007 - Capitals 2007 draft review

In the 2007 NHL Entry Draft, the Washington Capitals continued to look towards North American defenders, with some gifted forwards later on.

07-08-2007 - Islanders 2007 draft review

The New York Islanders did not begin picking until 62nd overall in 2007.

07-07-2007 - Slovak 2007 draft review

Only three Slovak prospects were selected in the 2007 entry draft.

07-07-2007 - Canucks 2007 draft review

Patrick White led a crop of surprising draft picks by the Canucks this year.

07-07-2007 - Blues 2007 draft review

St. Louis made some minor trades to ensure that they would get targeted players in the 2007 draft.

07-06-2007 - Finland 2007 draft review

A total of four picks constituted an extremely poor draft for Finland.

07-05-2007 - Devils 2007 draft review

The Devils had six selections at the NHL draft that saw them draft two right wingers, two left wingers and two defensemen.

07-05-2007 - Blue Jackets 2007 draft review

For the third straight season, the Jackets found themselves just outside of the top five selections, yet still had a player widely viewed as their primary target fall through to them.

07-05-2007 - Red Wings 2007 draft review

Quite out of character, the Detroit Red Wings selected only one European in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

07-03-2007 - Wild 2007 draft review

The Minnesota Wild made just five selections in this year's NHL Draft, the fewest ever.

07-03-2007 - OHL 2007 draft review

Although 32 players were selected from the league, only three went in the first round - including the first overall selection by the Chicago Blackhawks, Pat Kane of the London Knights.

07-02-2007 - Bruins 2007 draft review

The Bruins drafted four defensemen and two forwards in the 2007 Entry Draft.

07-02-2007 - Canadiens 2007 draft review

For the second consecutive year, the club selected a Minnesota high school defenseman with its first overall selection.

07-01-2007 - Senators 2007 draft review

The Senators made just four selections on June 22-23 at the Nationwide Arena in Columbus, the lowest number in franchise history.

06-30-2007 - Thrashers 2007 draft review

The Atlanta Thrashers were a minor player in the entry draft this year, having traded away their first, second- and fifth-round picks.  Atlanta made just four picks, the fewest ever, and did not begin picking until 67th overall.

06-29-2007 - Blackhawks 2007 draft review

The Chicago Blackhawks made seven picks in the 2007 draft, including the first overall.

06-27-2007 - Wilson's bold moves in 2007 draft a continuation of strategy

Executive Vice President and General Manager Doug Wilson explained how the franchise continues to draft and develop young players with consistency.

06-27-2007 - Oilers 2007 draft review

Edmonton entered the weekend with seven draft picks and came away with six new prospects added to their system, including Sam Gagner chosen sixth overall.

06-26-2007 - Coyotes 2007 draft review

The Coyotes drafted Kyle Turris at No. 3 overall and continued to add organizational depth with seven total selections.

06-26-2007 - Germany 2007 draft review

Four Germans were selected in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

06-26-2007 - Stars 2007 draft review

Nico Sacchetti headlines the Stars selections in 2007.

06-25-2007 - NCAA and NCAA-bound draft review

The 2007 NHL Entry Draft was a good one for the NCAA as 74 current and incoming players were taken. Those 74 players accounted for roughly 35 percent of all players taken in the two days.

06-24-2007 - Post Draft Q&A with Coyotes Director of Amateur Scouting Keith Gretzky

Keith Gretzky sheds some light on the Coyotes weekend at the draft table and their newest additions.

06-22-2007 - Germany prospects for the 2007 NHL Draft

Timo Pielmeier is the top prospect out of Germany this year.

06-22-2007 - Top 20 QMJHL Prospects for the 2007 Draft

While the QMJHL may not always get the same amount of credit for producing NHL talent as its fellow CHL leagues, this year's crop of draft eligible players feature plenty of talent.

06-22-2007 - 2007 Prospects: Kevin Marshall

A true warrior on the ice, Kevin Marshall of the Lewiston MAINEiacs is at his best when he is throwing opponents off their game due to his punishing play.

06-21-2007 - Top 10 Slovakian prospects

A look at the top 10 prospects playing in Slovakia and eligible for the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

06-21-2007 - College commitments of 2007-eligible players

The list of all NCAA-bound players appearing on the NHL Central Scouting's final rankings whose college commitments 
(verbal or otherwise) have been verified by Hockey's Future.

06-21-2007 - USNTDP 2007 Prospects

A look at some of the top 2007 eligible prospects who spent last season with the US National Team Development Program.

06-21-2007 - 2007 Prospects: Akim Aliu

A controversial but very talented forward, Akim Aliu is one of the wild cards in this NHL Draft. 

06-21-2007 - Russia NHL Entry Draft Preview

A look at some of the top 2007 eligible Russian prospects entering the draft.

06-20-2007 - Flyers 2007 draft preview

The Flyers hold the No. 2 pick in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

06-20-2007 - Wild 2007 draft preview

The Minnesota Wild hold the No. 19 overall pick in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

06-20-2007 - Penguins 2007 draft preview

The Pittsburgh Penguins hold the No. 20 overall pick in the 2007 draft.

06-20-2007 - Islanders 2007 draft preview

The New York Islanders do not pick until early in the third round of the 2007 draft.

06-20-2007 - 2007 prospects: Q&A with Maxim Goncharov

Maxim Goncharov is ranked ninth among European skaters by NHL Central Scouting.

06-19-2007 - Lightning 2007 draft preview

The Tampa Bay Lightning enter the 2007 NHL Entry Draft with several holes to fill, and without a first round pick.

06-19-2007 - Oilers 2007 draft preview

The Edmonton Oilers are expected to be one of the busiest teams this weekend as they enter the draft with three first-round picks and four in the first 36 spots.  How many of those turns they'll use themselves is definitely in question as the club has publicly stated their intent on making a splash via trade.

06-19-2007 - Sharks 2007 draft preview

The San Jose Sharks do not own a first-round pick in the 2007 draft.

06-19-2007 - Rangers 2007 draft preview

The Rangers have chosen defensemen with their first selection in the last two NHL drafts. This year, the expectation is that the team will select a forward.

06-19-2007 - Flames 2007 draft preview

The Calgary Flames hold the No. 18 pick in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

06-19-2007 - Capitals 2007 draft preview

The Washington Capitals have two picks in the first round, including the No. 5 pick.

06-18-2007 - 2007 prospects: Q&A with Nick Petrecki

Nick Petrecki is a defenseman out of the USHL Omaha Lancers.

06-18-2007 - Top 10 Finland prospects for the 2007 draft

Niclas Lucenius leads the group of prospects in one of Finland's weakest draft years.

06-18-2007 - 2007 prospects: Q&A with Angelo Esposito

Angelo Esposito is one of most talented playmakers eligible for this weekend's draft.

06-18-2007 - Blue Jackets 2007 draft preview

The Columbus Blue Jackets will select at the No. 7 position in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

06-18-2007 - 2007 prospects: Jakub Voracek

Jakub Voracek looks to be on track to be the first QMJHL player selected at this weekend's draft.

06-18-2007 - Senators 2007 draft preview

As Stanley Cup runners up, the Senators hold the No. 29 pick in the NHL draft.

06-17-2007 - Devils 2007 draft preview

The Devils are without a first-round draft choice this year, but still hope to be able to add some pieces to the puzzle for the future.

06-17-2007 - Red Wings 2007 draft preview

The Detroit Red Wings hold the 27th pick in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

06-17-2007 - Bruins 2007 draft preview

After another disastrous season, the Bruins will get a pick in the top 10 for the second straight draft.

06-17-2007 - Top 25 OHL prospects for the 2007 draft

While the WHL may be the deepest of all the junior leagues in terms of overall talent, it's safe to say that when it comes to mercurial, high-end, team-defining players, the OHL is the place to look this year.

06-17-2007 - Stars 2007 draft preview

The Dallas Stars do not own a first-round pick in 2007, having traded it to Phoenix.

06-17-2007 - 2007 prospects: Patrick White

Patrick White played both for his high school team and in the USHL this season.

06-17-2007 - Sabres 2007 draft preview

The Buffalo Sabres select at 31st overall in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

06-16-2007 - Canucks 2007 draft preview

The Vancouver Canucks hold the 25th overall selection in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

06-16-2007 - Blues 2007 draft preview

St. Louis will be one of the major players next Friday in Columbus with three picks in the first round.

06-16-2007 - Top 5 BCHL prospects for the 2007 draft

Kyle Turris leads a strong group of BCHL prospects with several interesting late-round options.

06-16-2007 - 2007 Hockey's Future staff mock draft

A look at who Hockey's Future staff sees each team selecting next weekend in Columbus.

06-15-2007 - Lighting It Up - 2007 draft edition

Some last minute thoughts as the 2007 NHL draft approaches.

06-15-2007 - Hurricanes 2007 draft preview

The Carolina Hurricanes hold the No. 11 pick in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

06-15-2007 - Maple Leafs 2007 draft preview

The Toronto Maple Leafs hold the No. 13 pick in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

06-14-2007 - Blackhawks 2007 draft preview

The Chicago Blackhawks hold the No. 1 pick in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

06-14-2007 - Ducks 2007 draft preview

The Anaheim Ducks hold the No. 16 pick in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

06-14-2007 - Avalanche 2007 draft preview

The Colorado Avalanche hold the No. 14 pick in the 2007 draft.

06-14-2007 - WHL Top 25 for 2007 NHL Entry Draft

Defenseman Karl Alzner is the top prospect in the WHL this year.

06-14-2007 - Panthers 2007 draft preview

The Florida Panthers hold the No. 10 pick in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

06-14-2007 - Thrashers 2007 draft preview

The Atlanta Thrashers go into the 2007 NHL Entry Draft with no first-round pick for the first time ever in their nine years at the draft table.

06-13-2007 - Coyotes 2007 draft preview

The Coyotes continue to move the organization forward at the draft table with new personnel guiding the way.

06-13-2007 - Kings 2007 draft preview

The Los Angeles Kings hold the No. 4 pick in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

06-13-2007 - 2007 Prospects: Max Pacioretty

The New Canaan, Connecticut native readies for the draft but remains focused on bigger picture.

06-13-2007 - Canadiens 2007 draft preview

The Montreal Canadiens hold the No. 12 and No. 22 picks in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

06-12-2007 - ISS Top 30 for 2007 -- Final Ranking

International Scouting Services ranks the Top 30 prospects eligible for the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

06-12-2007 - Blue Jackets 2002 draft evaluation

The Blue Jackets traded into the top spot in the 2002 draft and tabbed Canadian forward Rick Nash as the face of the franchise on the forward line.  Overall, they had the second highest average NHL games per pick behind Toronto.

06-12-2007 - Top 20 NCAA 2007 prospects

Bill Sweatt headlines the available NCAA players in this entry draft.

06-11-2007 - Lightning 2002 draft evaluation

Of Tampa Bay's 13 selections, three have established themselves as NHL regulars. None of these players were selected in the first five rounds of the draft.

06-11-2007 - Rangers 2002 draft evaluation

The Rangers selected nine players in the 2002 NHL entry draft.

06-11-2007 - Flyers 2002 draft evaluation

In terms of individual selections, the Flyers' performance at the 2002 NHL Entry Draft was nearly a complete failure. Six of the seven players selected, in fact, have never appeared in a single NHL game. The one player who has, early first rounder Joni Pitkanen, remains a huge wildcard within the organization.

06-11-2007 - Penguins 2002 draft evaluation

The Pittsburgh Penguins made the most of their first top-five selection since 1990 when they picked Ryan Whitney at No. 5 overall.

06-11-2007 - Blackhawks 2002 draft evaluation

The nine players drafted by the Chicago Blackhawks in 2002 have played a total of 280 games in the NHL, averaging 42.2 per pick.

06-11-2007 - 2007 Prospects: Q&A with Ruslan Bashkirov

Ruslan Bashkirov had an excellent rookie season with the QMJHL Quebec Remparts in 2006-07. 

06-11-2007 - Sabres 2002 draft evaluation

The Buffalo Sabres 2002 draft picks have averaged a respectable 35 NHL games each.

06-10-2007 - Ducks 2002 draft evaluation

Just two of Anaheim's eight picks in 2002 have made it to the NHL and just one player remains a part of the organization five years later.

06-10-2007 - Hurricanes 2002 draft evaluation

The Carolina Hurricanes had only four picks in the 2002 draft, but did find Cam Ward at No. 25. 

06-10-2007 - Sharks 2002 draft evaluation

Of the Sharks seven draft choices, only four remain within the organization and, the top two picks Morris and Spang represent the only realistic possibilities of being San Jose regulars.  The seven picks averaged just 2.1 NHL games among them, the third worst average in the league.

06-10-2007 - Stars 2002 draft evaluation

Of the Stars’ 12 picks in 2002, only Trevor Daley has played in the NHL. 

06-09-2007 - Oilers 2002 draft evaluation

With 15 picks in 2002 the Oilers had solid odds on finding players who could contribute long-term to their franchise.  Two of the draft class are NHL regulars while a handful more are still with the organization.

06-09-2007 - Maple Leafs 2002 draft evaluation

Among the 30 NHL teams, the Leafs got the most total value out of the 2002 draft, averaging 59 NHL games per pick.

06-09-2007 - Flames 2002 draft evaluation

The Calgary Flames had a decade-high 12 selections in 2002, resulting in one full-time NHL’er, with three more still knocking on the door. 

06-07-2007 - League-wide 2002 draft evaluation

The Toronto Maple Leafs have gotten the most value out of the 2002 NHL Entry Draft thus far, averaging 59 NHL games per pick.

06-06-2007 - Blues 2002 draft evaluation

The 2002 draft will not go down as a great one for the St. Louis Blues.

06-06-2007 - 2007 prospects: Q&A with Tom Cross

Tom Cross, a high school defenseman from Simsbury, Connecticut, is expected to go high in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

06-06-2007 - Wild 2002 draft evaluation

The Minnesota Wild had 10 picks in the 2002 NHL Entry Draft and has three of those players on its roster five years later.

06-05-2007 - Islanders 2002 draft evaluation

The 2002 draft has not yet yielded any full-time NHL-level talent for the New York Islanders, but there are two prospects who are seemingly on the cusp.

06-04-2007 - Devils 2002 draft evaluation

The Devils had 11 selections at the 2002 NHL Draft, but just like the 2001 Draft, they were unable to capitalize on the abundance of selections they had at their disposal as only enforcer Cam Janssen has established himself as an NHL player.

06-03-2007 - Top 10 Sweden prospects for the 2007 NHL Entry Draft

A look at the top 10 prospects playing in Sweden and eligible for the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

06-03-2007 - Kings 2002 draft evaluation

The Los Angeles Kings 2002 draft was a failure at best.  Not a single draftee out of their 11 selections is currently with the Kings or has played more than 33 NHL games in his career.

06-03-2007 - 2007 Prospects: Q&A with Ryan McDonagh

Ryan McDonagh was recently named the State of Minnesota's 2007 "Mr Hockey."

06-03-2007 - 2007 NHL Draft Combine review

One hundred and six of the NHL's top draft prospects attended the Combine in Toronto this past week.

06-03-2007 - Thrashers 2002 draft evaluation

The 2002 NHL Entry Draft was a solid one for the Atlanta Thrashers. The organization found two NHL players, Kari Lehtonen and Jim Slater, and another late pick in the draft, Nathan Oystrick, remains a viable candidate for the NHL.

05-30-2007 - Canadiens 2002 draft evaluation

The Montreal Canadiens garnered Chris Higgins and little else in the 2002 Entry Draft.

05-30-2007 - Senators 2002 draft evaluation

The 2002 NHL Entry Draft has not turned out to be one of the better drafts for the Ottawa Senators.

05-27-2007 - 2007 prospects: Q&A with Michal Repik

A strong performance in the playoffs and Memorial Cup has Michal Repik climbing draft rankings.

05-26-2007 - 2007 Prospects: David Perron

In his first season of major junior hockey, 18-year-old David Perron is turning heads as the 2007 NHL Entry Draft approaches.

05-24-2007 - 2007 prospects: Q&A with Patrick Cusack

Lewiston MAINEiac defenseman Patrick Cusack spoke to HF about tonight's big game at the Memorial Cup and his future.

05-15-2007 - The Editor's Desk, May, 2007

The NHL Draft and Memorial Cup are the main focus at HF this month, plus an opportunity to win prizes in a contest jointly presented by Versus and Hockey's Future.

05-09-2007 - ISS Top 30 for May 2007

London's Patrick Kane tops the International Scouting Services Top 30 for May 2007.

04-10-2007 - Team Finland U18 WC preview

Hosting the U18 games, Finland has to compete with a team lacking in star power.

04-10-2007 - Team Slovakia U18 WC preview

After the preliminary games aginst Poland and Latvia, it is clear who will be on the Slovak national team for the U18 tournament.

04-09-2007 - Team Sweden U18 WC preview

Team Sweden hopes to medal in this year's U18 WC held in Finland and the roster is the most interesting one in years.

04-05-2007 - ISS Top 30 2007 prospects for April

Jakub Voracek of the Halifax Mooseheads moves atop the ISS Top 30 list.

04-01-2007 - 2007 prospects: Branislav Rehus

Branislav Rehus was the top-scoring rookie for the Peterborough Petes this season.

03-28-2007 - 2007 prospects: Nick Spaling

For the Kitchener Rangers' Nick Spaling, versatility is both a blessing and a curse.

03-27-2007 - 2007 prospects: Juraj Valach

Juraj Valach was the top-scoring defenseman for the Tri-City Americans in his rookie year in North America.

03-26-2007 - 2007 prospects: Patrick Kane

The London Knights' Patrick Kane is a possible No. 1 pick overall in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

03-26-2007 - 2007 prospects: Josh Kidd, Nick Palmieri, Zach Torquato

The Erie Otters' Josh Kidd, Nick Palmieri and Zach Torquato are all vying to be picked in the first few rounds of the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

03-07-2007 - ISS Top 20 2007 prospects for March

Alexei Cherepanov remains atop ISS's March ranking for the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

02-20-2007 - 2007 prospects: T.J. Galiardi

Dartmouth College rookie T.J. Galiardi made an easy transition to the college game.

02-18-2007 - 2007 prospects: Jim O'Brien

O'Brien, a Minnesota Golden Gopher, is likely to be taken in the first round of the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

02-10-2007 - ISS Top 30 2007 prospects for February

Top 30 prospects for the 2007 NHL Entry Draft, with risers and fallers.

02-03-2007 - 2007 prospects: David Schlemko

Defenseman David Schlemko has become a reliable veteran during his three seasons in Medicine Hat.

01-29-2007 - 2007 prospects: Oscar Moller

Like so many Europeans who cross the Atlantic to play Canadian major junior hockey, Oscar Moller was largely an unknown quantity — a teenager toiling in the Swedish midget ranks suddenly thrown into the rough-and-tumble Western Hockey League.

01-23-2007 - 2007 prospects: Dion Knelsen

He may be the youngest player playing in the CCHA this season and the youngest to have ever donned the jersey of the University of Alaska Nanooks, but Dion Knelsen is a player whose maturity and approach to the game far exceeds his tender age.

01-20-2007 - OHL preliminary Top 10 prospects for 2007 Entry Draft

Logan Couture tops the class of the potential OHL draftees.

01-15-2007 - Slovak 2007 draft-eligible prospects

A look at the top prospects in the Slovak league or in the Slovak Junior league who are eligible for the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

01-14-2007 - 2007 prospects: Bill Sweatt

He is the youngest player on the Colorado College roster and the third youngest in the WCHA. But watching Bill Sweatt play, you’d never know that the Elburn, Ill native turned 18 only on Sept. 21.

01-10-2007 - 2007 prospects: Keaton Ellerby

Keaton Ellerby is a defenseman for the WHL Kamloops Blazers.

01-07-2007 - QMJHL preliminary Top 10 prospects for 2007 Entry Draft

In a year when as many as five or six QMJHLers have a shot at the first round, 25 or 30 in all having their names called on draft day is not out of the question.

01-05-2007 - ISS top 30 2007 prospects for January

ISS presents their January ranking of the top 30 prospects for the 2007 NHL Draft.

01-03-2007 - 2007 Prospects: Alexei Cherepanov

Team Russia is in the WJC finals thanks to the stellar goaltending of Semen Varlamov, and to Alexei Cherepanov, a 17-year-old draft-eligible winger.

01-03-2007 - 2007 prospects: Zach Hamill

The Port Coquitlam, B.C. native has become the ‘Tips all-time leading scorer.

12-30-2006 - Turris leads solid BCHL draft class

HF writer Matt MacInnis provides his view of the top five 2007 prospects in the BCHL.

12-28-2006 - Silverbacks' pair gains attention

Ben Winnett and Riley Nash of the BCHL's Salmon Arm Silverbacks are two of the top 2007 prospects in that league.

12-23-2006 - 2007 prospects: Logan MacMillan

Logan MacMillan is in his second year with the Mooseheads and has shown remarkable improvement in his short time in the Q.

12-20-2006 - ISS top 30 2007 prospects for December

International Scouting Services presents their ranking of the top 30 2007 NHL Draft prospects, plus rankings of players available for the OHL and QMJHL drafts.

12-19-2006 - WHL preliminary Top 10 prospects for 2007 Entry Draft

The talent pool in the WHL is significantly deeper this season, which suggests the number of drafted players should increase dramatically.

12-15-2006 - Ten NCAA draft eligibles for 2007

This year’s collegiate draft eligible class features some good talent, but few potential first rounders.

12-14-2006 - Team West defends CJAHL turf in win over Team East

For the group of players who traveled west from eastern Canada for the second annual CJAHL Top Prospects Game, the 5-2 loss was a frustrating end to a valuable experience.

12-14-2006 - 2007 prospects: Sam Gagner

The addition of Sam Gagner to the London Knights roster has helped the team to continue its winning ways despite the loss of a number of marquee players.

12-02-2006 - 2007 Prospects: Linden Rowat

Linden Rowat is a goaltender for the WHL Regina Pats.

11-25-2006 - 2007 Prospects: Nick Ross

Nick Rossis a 6’1 and 190-pound defenseman for the Regina Pats.

11-22-2006 - 2007 Prospects: Dana Tyrell

At 5’11 and a solid 180 pounds, Dana Tyrell is an explosive skater who surprises opponents with his strength.

11-17-2006 - 2007 prospects: Thomas Hickey

Thomas Hickey is a defenseman for the WHL Seattle Thunderbirds.

10-30-2006 - 2007 prospects: Logan Couture

Ottawa 67’s phenom Logan Couture could go No. 1 overall in the upcoming NHL entry draft.

10-30-2006 - 2007 prospects: Mark Katic

Sarnia Sting defenseman Mark Katic has been ranked fifth amongst skaters for the upcoming 2007 Entry Draft by ISS.

10-28-2006 - 2007 prospects: Colton Gillies

Gillies is making a name for himself on the prairies as a member of the Saskatoon Blades.

10-22-2006 - ISS Top 30 for the 2007 NHL Entry Draft 

ISS Top 30 skaters and Top 5 goalies for 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

10-16-2006 - Early look at 2007 USNTDP prospects

Coach Ron Rolston sat down with Hockey’s Future to discuss several of the team’s prime prospects for the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

10-04-2006 - 2007 prospects: Turris on path to write BCHL history

For the first time in league history, the BCHL has a prospect who is widely considered a legitimate top-15 pick in the NHL Entry Draft.

07-29-2006 - 2007 prospects: Q&A with Spencer Machacek

As a rookie in the WHL last season Spencer Machacek almost immediately adjusted to the league and once Gilbert Brule was returned from the NHL he got the chance to play on a line with one of the premiere players in the CHL.

06-18-2006 - 2006 prospects: Q&A with Marcel Muller

Germany's Marcel Muller has the type of size (6'4, 214 lbs.) and skill combination that most NHL teams are looking for.

04-29-2006 - Kane being wooed by London Knights

USNTDP player and 2007-eligible Pat Kane was recently in London, as the Knights try to convince the center to play for their team.


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