Category Archives: Prospect Watch

WJC2014: Finland vs Sweden for gold in Malmo

Posted on January 4, 2014 by Derek

The IIHF U20 WJC2014 tournament is coming to a close. The gold medal game won’t feature Team USA or Canada. Not even Russia. All have been eliminated. USA bowed out in disappointing fashion to the Russians in a lopsided quarter. … Continue reading →

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Video: Rangers sign Anthony Duclair

Posted on January 3, 2014 by Derek

Earlier today, the Rangers agreed to terms on an entry level deal with prospect Anthony Duclair. Taken in the third round 80th overall of last year’s entry draft, the 18-year old forward has starred for the Quebec Remparts of the … Continue reading →

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WJC 2014: Team USA 5 Czech Republic 1

Posted on December 26, 2013 by Derek

The 2014 IIHF U20 World Junior Championships got underway in Malmo, Sweden today. The day after Christmas is always exciting for hockey fans. It’s a chance to track their favorite prospects. Team USA defeated Czech Republic 5-1. They got the first … Continue reading →

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Ranger Prospects Poll

Posted on September 14, 2013 by Derek

One of the most exciting aspects of training camp is getting the chance to see prospects. With Derek Stepan unsigned and Ryan Callahan uncertain for the season opener, the Rangers have a few kids worth following. Danny Kristo was acquired … Continue reading →

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Devils up-close: Analyzing the forwards

Posted on September 14, 2013 by hasan4978

Of the thirty-one forwards invited to Devils camp, maybe about seventeen or eighteen have a realistic chance to make the big club – given the fourteen one-way contracts on the roster, plus Stephen Gionta who likely isn’t going to be … Continue reading →

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Devils up-close: Analyzing the defense

Posted on September 12, 2013 by hasan4978

During the preseason most of the intrigue comes from what younger players will step up and earn roster spots with the big club.  For New Jersey, the lion’s share of this intrigue will come on defense given the fact GM … Continue reading →

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Traverse City: Lindberg records hat trick

Posted on September 8, 2013 by Derek

Traverse City After a year without a tournament, Traverse City is back. Once again, the Rangers and Sabres are among eight teams whose prospects are competing in the Tournament. Broken down into two divisions, the Rangers, Sabres, Hurricanes and Blue … Continue reading →

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Prospect Watch: Ryan Strome

Posted on August 29, 2013 by Derek

The Islanders boast a deep crop of prospects who should be a big part of the future. One of those players who’s close to breaking through is Ryan Strome. Drafted by the Islanders in the first round of 2011 fifth … Continue reading →

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NJEC: USA wraps up with 5-1 win over Canada

Posted on August 11, 2013 by Derek

An interesting week at the Olympic Training center concluded yesterday in Lake Placid. For Team USA, it was all part of the learning process during National Junior Evaluation Camp at Herb Brooks Arena. They finished up better than they started posting … Continue reading →

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Team USA blanked by Sweden

Posted on August 8, 2013 by Derek

On Wednesday at the Olympic Training Center in Lake Placid, a trimmed down USA roster were blanked by Sweden 4-0. Buffalo prospect Gustav Possler tallied one of the four goals. He has two goals and two assists thus far in … Continue reading →

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