Talking Hockey Sense

Chris Peters puts a bow on the 2023 NHL Draft with this full recap episode of Talking Hockey Sense. Chris details some of his big surprises, best class, and a whole lot of analysis.

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Chris also answers dozens of listener questions representing many different NHL teams, going in depth on some of the key decisions that defined the draft.

Talking Hockey Sense will be going on a break for a few weeks to recharge the batteries, but 2024 NHL Draft coverage has already begun. We'll be back July 26.

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It's the 2023 NHL Draft Preview Special! Host Chris Peters reviews a lot of the most recent chatter about the draft including how things are starting to shake up at the top of the draft and why the Montreal Canadiens may hold the key to the rest of the first round. Also, Chris spends an entire segment discussing the Matvei Michkov situation and why it's so much more complicated than just picking the best player available. On top of that, Chris looks at the defensemen, goalies and why the small forwards of the draft complicate the projections for NHL scouts. Lastly, Chris answers more than 20 listener-submitted questions touching on a wide range of topics and teams.

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Chris is joined this week by NHL.com's resident NHL Draft expert Mike Morreale to discuss the recent NHL Scouting Combine and buzz surrounding the 2023 class.

Chris and Mike talk about the importance of the physical testing, which drills scouts watch closest and how the interview process has changed at the Combine. They also address the continued mystery around Russian prospects, why Leo Carlsson has been an inspiring prospect this season and what separates Connor Bedard from other top prospects of the recent past.

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On this week's episode Chris talks about his most recent 2023 NHL Mock Draft and previews the upcoming NHL Scouting Combine. He also answers listener questions about the draft class and his recently-released Top 100 NHL Draft Rankings. Chris also takes a quick look at the ECHL's Kelly Cup Finals and shares details on additional draft content coming your way on FloHockey.

Find out where Chris thinks Matvei Michkov will go, why the Colorado Avalanche could consider taking a goalie in the first round and how the Philadelphia Flyers' recent trade changes their draft outlook.

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Host Chris Peters unveiled his top 100 NHL Draft rankings on FloHockey this week. On this episode, Chris summarizes the Top 15, takes a look at late first-round prospects of note and potential second-round gems, while also diving into a robust goalie class for 2023.

Read the full rankings on FloHockey.tv, and find out why some players were ranked where and other thoughts from Chris about the 2023 NHL Draft.

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On this week's episode of Talking Hockey Sense, Chris covers a variety of topics including USHL prospects who saw their NHL Draft stock rise in the Clark Cup Playoffs, how Leo Carlsson is helping himself at the Men's World Championship, and the benefits of Logan Cooley returning to the University of Minnesota. Also, Chris answers more than a dozen listener questions on the NHL Draft ranging from top goaltenders eligible, Ryan Leonard's NHL comparables, and a bunch more.

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In this week's episode, Chris takes a look at the top two draft prospects playing at the 2023 IIHF Men's World Championship -- Adam Fantilli and Leo Carlsson and the debate surrounding the two for the second-overall pick.

Chris also examines how Team USA has played at the Worlds, particularly their young NHL prospects highlighted by Montreal Canadiens draft pick Lane Hutson and Philadelphia Flyers prospect Cutter Gauthier.

As always, Chris answers your burning questions including one about if NBA wunderkind Victor Wembanyama truly is the highest rated prospect in all of team sports as one ESPN talking head suggested? Who are the comparable examples in hockey?

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Chris Peters recaps the 2023 NHL Draft Lottery, diving into the Chicago Blackhawks' good fortune of landing the No. 1 pick and the right to select Connor Bedard. He also looks what teams that didn't win the Bedard Sweepstakes can do next. Plus, Chris answers all of your burning post-Draft lottery questions.

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Host Chris Peters welcomes special guest Steven Ellis, NHL Draft and prospects analyst for Daily Faceoff, to discuss his view of the 2023 IIHF World Men's Under-18 Championship and the draft prospects that participated in it. 

The two also discuss the 2023 NHL Draft Lottery, which teams are in the worst position. Also, Chris shares what rituals and good luck charms Talking Hockey Sense listeners are turning to in hopes of changing their luck to get Connor Bedard in the lottery.

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On this week's episode of Talking Hockey Sense, host Chris Peters dives into the historic production of Will Smith, Gabe Perreault and Ryan Leonard for Team USA at the U18 World Championship.

Additionally, Chris dives into other notable performances at the 2023 IIHF World U18 Championship, particularly from other 2023 NHL Draft-eligible prospects. 

There is also a segment on some players to watch for in the USHL's Clark Cup Playoffs, why NHL goalie prospects like Sebastian Cossa and Trent Miner, among others, are taking center stage in the ECHL's Kelly Cup Playoffs and Chris also answers your NHL Draft-related questions.

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