Chris is back from the USHL Fall Classic this week and has a lot of thoughts about standout performers from that event including top prospects like Cole Eiserman and Trevor Connelly. Chris also shares some thoughts on the breaking news that Eiserman flipped his commitment from Minnesota to Boston University, a seismic shift in the college hockey recruiting landscape. There's also plenty of Calder Trophy talk as Chris looks at some of the top candidates to watch as the NHL season nears. Lastly, Chris shares his thoughts on one of hockey's most courageous fighters, Calgary Flames Assistant GM Chris Snow, who is in the hospital on life support as he continues his battle against ALS.

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