Neutral Zone goalie report from The Fall Classic
Scouting Reports
WHL: Portland (1) @ Prince George (6)
Played on Sep 19, 2025 Western Hockey League Game Played in CN Center Game Sheet General Game Notes: Prince George Cougars had a strong opening night that can be summoned up as…
USHL Fall Classic: Sioux City (2) @ Muskegon (3)
Neutral Zone goalie report from The Fall Classic
QMJHL: Québec (3) @ Rouyn-Noranda (5)
Played on Sep 25, 2025 Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League Game Played in Arena Glencore Game Sheet General Game Notes: This game was a back and forth battle, with neither team giving…
USHL Fall Classic: Chicago (5) @ Sioux Falls (1)
Neutral Zone goalie report from The Fall Classic
QMJHL: Drummondville (1) @ Shawinigan (5)
Played on Sep 21, 2025 Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League Game Played in Centre Gervais Auto Game Sheet General Game Notes: After a scoreless opening period, Shawinigan broke through early in the…
USHL Fall Classic: Muskegon (4) @ Waterloo (3)
Neutral Zone goalie report from The Fall Classic
WHL: Saskatoon (2) @ Prince Albert (4)
Saskatoon Blades vs. Prince Albert Raiders. Game was played in Prince Albert Saskatchewan, September 19th 2025. This game was fairly even for chances, however there was a lot of powerplays and not much flow to the game. Prince Albert scored some opportunistic goals and had some good bounces, scoring a late empty net goal to seal the win with 2 minutes to go.
OHL: Owen Sound (2) @ Barrie (1)
In OHL action between the Owen Sound Attack and the Barrie Colts, it was a goaltending duel between Carter George (#32) and Ben Hrebik (#62), as both netminders held the game to just one goal apiece through regulation and overtime. It took extra shooters in the shootout for Owen Sound to come out on top with a 2–1 victory.
OHL: Sarnia (2) @ Soo (5)
Sarnia travelled to play Soo in the league opening weekend. Soo won the game 5-2 with the fifth goal being an empty-netter. Soo came out very strong in the opening period, dominating the play and holding a 19-6 advantage in shots and leading 3-0, but Sarnia battled back in the next two periods to make it a closer game. A report of the top players in this game is below:
2025 Hlinka-Gretzky Cup: Setting the Stage for the 2026 Draft
Neutral Zone scouted the 2025 Hlinka-Gretzky Cup, providing a detailed evaluation of players eligible for the 2026 NHL Draft. This report goes beyond goals and assists to focus on traits that translate at the professional level. Each evaluation highlights how a player impacts the game offensively, defensively and in transition, while also addressing limitations and long-term projection.
Detail in the Data: How Team USA Captured Gold at the Hlinka
Team USA’s gold medal at the 2025 Hlinka-Gretzky Cup was not the product of one star performance, but a roster where different players excelled in specific statistical areas. By digging into the numbers, we can see how each skater’s contributions, from scoring and playmaking to puck battles and takeaways, added up to a balanced, championship Gold Medal winning formula.
Different Paths, Same Result: The Top 5 Scorers of the 2025 Hlinka-Gretzky Cup
The 2025 Hlinka-Gretzky Cup featured a mix of players who could be considered goal scorers, playmakers and possession drivers, but the top five scorers all found different paths to success. Using InStat data Neutral Zone scouts looked beyond the point totals to understand how each player generated offense, drove play and separated themselves from their peers.
Backbones of the Tournament: Defensemen Who Defined the 2025 Hlinka-Gretzky Cup
The 2025 Hlinka-Gretzky Cup was once again a showcase of elite young talent, and while goals and assists grabbed the headlines, the real measure of impact often came from the backend. Defensemen not only produced offensively, but also dictated tempo, played tough minutes and swung momentum in ways that don’t always show up on a scoresheet. Using InStat data compiled by Neutral Zone scouts, this evaluation highlights the defenders who stood out for more than just their point totals
Unseen but Unmissable: Who Really Drove Play at the 2025 Hlinka-Gretzky Cup
The Hlinka-Gretzky Cup is often remembered for highlight-reel goals and point leaders, but the real story runs deeper. Success at this level comes just as much from the details—who controls the puck, wins battles, makes plays under pressure, and tilts the ice in their team’s favor. Using InStat tracking and Neutral Zone’s scouting data, we looked past the scoresheet to uncover which players truly drove play.
Canada U18 Camp: U18 Red @ U18 White
Played on Jul 31, 2025 Canada National Teams Game Played in Sixteen Miles Sports Complex Scout: Andrew DeGroot Carter Esler (G, L, 5’10”, 166, Spokane Chiefs, 11/28/2008) Comments: Gave up 3 goals…
The Most Intriguing 2026 NHL Draft Prospects from USA-17 National Development Camp
Each summer, USA Hockey’s Under-17 National Development Camp in Buffalo provides one of the earliest and most valuable opportunities to evaluate top American talent eligible for the upcoming NHL Draft….
Final 2025 NHL Draft Rankings: Top 250
As we dive into the 2025 NHL Draft class, it’s essential to evaluate prospects through the lens of today’s game, where size, while still a factor, is no longer the defining trait it once was. The modern NHL demands speed, skill, and intelligence at every position. However, physical benchmarks remain part of the projection process. With the average NHL player standing at 6’1.5″ and weighing 206 pounds—and the average NHL All-Star only slightly smaller—teams continue to value players who combine ability with a frame that can withstand the rigors of the pro game and the NHL playoffs.
2025 NHL Draft: Late Round Considerations
As we dive into the 2025 NHL Draft class, it’s essential to evaluate prospects through the lens of today’s game, where size, while still a factor, is no longer the…
NTDP: Drew Schock
Drew Schock (D, L, 6’0″, 178, NTDP U18, 02/07/2007, Michigan) Schock is a reliable, mobile two-way defenseman with strong instincts, leadership traits, and a polished puck-moving game. Serving as an…
USHL: Ashton Schultz
Ashton Schultz (RW, R, 5’11”, 180, Chicago Steel, 10/03/2006, North Dakota) Ashton Schultz is a right-shot forward with offensive instincts, pace, and a heavy perimeter shooting mentality. He was tied…