NCAA Playoffs

Denver Wins in Thrilling Frozen Four Opener Against Boston University

It’s a thrilling time of year in collegiate hockey as the nation’s top teams gear up for the Frozen Four. Denver University and Boston University kicked off the tournament with a bang. With a collective 51 draft picks between the four competing teams, anticipation was high as standout players like Lane Hutson, Macklin Celebrini, and […]

When Can Newly-Drafted Prospects Break Through Into The NHL?

When do or can prospects make the jump to the NHL/AHL level? Most NHL prospects take 3-5 years post-draft to reach the NHL, with less than a third of first-rounders making an NHL team. Factors like skill development and individual progression dictate the timeline. Additionally, a strict NHL-CHL agreement impacts where prospects can play, depending on age. Any player under the age of 20 is ineligible to play in the AHL. NHL Entry Draft intricacies, entry-level contracts, Russian political issues and AHL stints shape a prospect’s journey.