Top WHL Prospects Swap Junior Leagues for College Paths
A wave of elite draft prospects are leaving the Western Hockey League for U.S. colleges, prompting the league to tweak its calendar and travel rules.
Jul 28, 2026
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Matias Vanhanen Commits to Boston College, Elevating Recruiting Strategy
Matias Vanhanen, a 2026 NHL Draft prospect, has pledged to join Boston College’s men’s hockey program, marking a strategic shift toward deeper recruitment in Canadian junior leagues.
Jul 23, 2026
Anaheim Ducks Bolster Draft Pool with WHL Prospects Ahead of 2026 NHL Draft
The Ducks have added five WHL prospects, including forwards Mathis Preston and Noah Kosick, to their draft pipeline, while also retaining rights to developing talents from Providence College and Canadian junior teams.
Jul 5, 2026
2026 NHL Draft Prospects Gear Up for Development Camp Invites
Following the conclusion of the 2026 NHL Draft, teams are opening their development camp doors to a mix of WHL standouts, alumni and free agents, with a tracker set to expand as rosters are released.
Jun 30, 2026
Landon DuPont Commits to Michigan, Boosting Wolverines’ Title Hopes
Top prospect Landon DuPont will join the University of Michigan for the 2026‑27 season, a decision that reflects new eligibility rules and the growing influence of NIL compensation in player choices.
Jun 25, 2026
Landon DuPont’s NHL Draft Destination Remains Uncertain
Top 2027 NHL Draft prospect Landon DuPont is being courted by several programs, but recent insider reports paint a mixed picture of his potential commitment.
Jun 19, 2026
Landon DuPont Weighs WHL Stay or College Path Ahead of 2027 NHL Draft
At 17, Landon DuPont is at a crossroads, balancing the lure of the WHL against the promise of NCAA growth and emerging name, image and likeness opportunities.
Jun 4, 2026
Canadian Hockey Stars Commit to NCAA Programs in Record Numbers
A surge of Canadian players from the Western Hockey League are announcing college destinations, reshaping the upcoming NCAA landscape.
Jun 3, 2026
Landon DuPont’s NHL Draft Prospects Weighing Minnesota’s Chances
Top NHL prospect Landon DuPont, a Calgary native, is courting a handful of elite college programs, with Michigan leading the pack while Minnesota leverages family ties and resources.
Jun 1, 2026
Rangers Complete Perfect Memorial Cup Run
Kitchener Rangers capture the 2026 Memorial Cup with a dominant 6‑2 win over the Everett Silvertips, completing a flawless tournament and cementing a legacy in Canadian junior hockey.
Jun 1, 2026
Landon DuPont’s College Decision Weighs Romance, Money and Hockey Dreams
Landon DuPont, a projected No. 1 pick in the 2027 NHL Draft, is considering Michigan, Michigan State and the University of Minnesota Gophers, with his girlfriend’s studies in Mankato and a close friendship with Gophers recruit Tarin Smith influencing his final pick.
May 31, 2026
Everett Silvertips Capture Historic WHL Championship, Eye Memorial Cup Debut
The Everett Silvertips' record-breaking campaign saw them dominate the Western Hockey League, clinch the championship over the Portland Winterhawks, and prepare for their first Memorial Cup appearance.
May 25, 2026
Everett Silvertips Capture First WHL Championship
Everett Silvertips win their first WHL title with a 7‑2 victory over Prince Albert, finishing a 16‑2 playoff run and securing a berth at the 2026 Memorial Cup.
May 16, 2026