Draft & Prospects
Prep School's Grip on NHL Draft Year Slipping?
Top prospects face a crossroads as prep hockey's dominance in draft years draws fresh scrutiny from scouts and GMs I've chatted with in Boston-area rinks. Agents whisper that USHL and CHL paths offer better pro polish without the academic detours that prep demands. The league watches closely because the next McDavid-type talent could tip the scales on where tomorrow's stars sharpen their edges.
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