Talking Hockey Sense

This week, Chris Peters reviews NHL Central Scouting's preliminary watch list for the 2025 NHL Draft, examines how the San Jose Sharks are handling Will Smith, why Matt Rempe could use even more NHL time and Chris answers listener questions on a wide variety of prospect topics.

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This week, Chris Peters whips around the prospect world, checking in on top prospects for the 2025 NHL Draft, previews the forthcoming CHL-USA Prospects Challenge, dives into the latest in college hockey and examines some of the best performances of the young AHL season. Plus, Chris answers listener questions about prospects around the globe.

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This week, Chris discusses the top performing prospects from AHL opening weekend, previews the ECHL season and answers listener questions on the CHL-NCAA situation, 2025 NHL Draft and much more.

Among the questions answered: How strong is the 2025 NHL Draft class relative to other recent classes? Will the NCAA-CHL eligibility update impact when players can go to the AHL? Will Sebastian Cossa make the Red Wings next season? What players are putting themselves on the World Junior radar?

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Host Chris Peters welcomes Brad Schlossman from the Grand Forks Herald to discuss the forthcoming NCAA vote that is expected to see CHL players become eligible to play college hockey as soon as the 2025-26 season.

The two look at the implications for the NCAA, CHL, USHL, CJHL and the NHL for this potentially seismic shift within the developmental hockey landscape.

Chris and Brad also discuss some of the on-ice excitement heading into the 2024-25 NCAA season including the debut of James Hagens, other Hobey Baker hopefuls and which teams they think will be competing for the national title.

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This week, Chris welcomes FloHockey's AHL beat writer Patrick Williams to preview the 2024-25 season. The two discuss what they're looking forward to this season, opening-weekend game of note, top prospects to watch and much more.

Chris also previews the men's college hockey season with thoughts on top teams, storylines he's following and top prospects to watch this year.

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Host Chris Peters welcomes Cam Robinson from Elite Prospects to share thoughts on the 2025 NHL Draft class as the 2024-25 season has just gotten underway. The two discuss James Hagens, the hot start of Roger McQueen, the merits of selecting a goalie in the first round, top defenseman Matthew Schaefer and even take a look at some top rookies to follow during NHL training camps.

Chris also recaps the USHL Fall Classic which included Adam Benák's strong performance and looks ahead to what's coming up next on FloHockey this season.

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Host Chris Peters reacts to the announcement that AHLTV is now on FloHockey. Chris explains what fans can expect, why this is a big deal for prospects fans, his plans for coverage and more.

Chris also dives into some notable prospect news including Anton Frondell's injury and briefly previews the upcoming USHL Fall Classic.

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In this week's episode, Chris reflects on the lives of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, the legacy they leave and the people they touched. THS listeners also chime in with their own memories.

Chris also looks ahead to next week's NHL Rookie Tournaments and takes listener questions about prospects.

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Chris Peters examines the recent lawsuit filed against the NCAA and a number of member institutions that could pave the way for CHL players being eligible to play college hockey. Chris also recaps the Hlinka-Gretzky Cup and answers listener questions from the World Junior Summer Showcase. There's a lot of ground covered in our last episode of the summer.

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Chris Peters is back to set up the 2025 NHL Draft season, which unofficially opens next week at the World Junior Summer Showcase. Chris breaks down the top of the class, intriguing storylines to follow and more. Chris also previews the WJSS with a look at USA's hope to repeat as gold medalists and looks ahead to the Hlinka-Gretzky Cup.

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