Prospect Head-to-Heads: David Jiricek vs. Simon Nemec; Luke Hughes vs. Olen Zellweger
In this episode, Hadi and Sebastian take a look at the situation at SKA St. Petersburg and the lack of playing time high-profile prospects Matvei Michkov and Ivan Demidov have been afforded to start the 2023-24 season, and then break down two Head-to-Heads of big-name NHL prospects: Luke Hughes vs. Olen Zellweger; and David Jiricek vs. Simon Nemec. First, they dissect the strange situation at SKA, in which Matvei Michkov is being routinely scratched from the starting lineup and Ivan Demidov has been struggling to play more than a handful of minutes a night. Next, they delve into this episode's H2Hs with a comparative analysis of Luke Hughes and Olen Zellweger, two highly mobile puck-moving defensemen. Next, they rewind to one of the storylines of the 2022 NHL Draft by comparing the current abilities and long-term projections of David Jiricek and Simon Nemec.Tune back in tomorrow for 2 more Head-to-Head comparative analyses and a full segment on Lane Hutson and his development!Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONHLProspects?sid=YouTubeLocked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL📲 Follow Locked On NHL Prospects on TwitterLocked On NHL Prospects https://twitter.com/LO_NHLProspectsHadi Kalakeche https://twitter.com/HadiK_ScoutingSebastian High https://twitter.com/high_sebastian📺 Follow Locked On NHL: https://twitter.com/LockedOnNHLPods📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers#NHL #Hockey #NHLDraft #nhlprospectsBirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNHL or enter promo code LOCKEDONNHL for a free water bottle with any order. You won’t want to take your birddogs off we promise you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
7 Sep 202330min
Calder Race Head-to-Head: Connor Bedard vs. Logan Cooley
In this episode, Sebastian and Hadi delve into the Calder Race and debate the likelihood of either Connor Bedard or Logan Cooley coming out on top, take a look at some questions from you the listeners, and analyze 3 young NHLer bounceback candidates. First, they kick off a new recurring segment - head-to-head prospect analyses - by looking at the 2023-24 Calder Race, which will likely be headlined by recent 1st Overall pick Connor Bedard and last year's 3rd Overall selection Logan Cooley. Next, they open up the vaults of listener questions and give their takes on players such as Luke Hughes, Alexander Holtz, and Logan Mailloux. Last, they break down the games of 3 young NHLers who had down years in 2022-23 relative to expectations and analyze how they could bounce back in 2023-24: Juraj Slafkovsky, Anton Lundell, and Cole Sillinger.Tune back in tomorrow for 2 more Head-to-Heads: David Jiricek vs. Simon Nemec; & Luke Hughes vs. Olen Zellweger!Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONHLProspects?sid=YouTubeLocked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL📲 Follow Locked On NHL Prospects on TwitterLocked On NHL Prospects https://twitter.com/LO_NHLProspectsHadi Kalakeche https://twitter.com/HadiK_ScoutingSebastian High https://twitter.com/high_sebastian📺 Follow Locked On NHL: https://twitter.com/LockedOnNHLPods📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers#NHL #Hockey #NHLDraft #nhlprospectsBirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNHL or enter promo code LOCKEDONNHL for a free water bottle with any order. You won’t want to take your birddogs off we promise you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
6 Sep 202331min
2021 Draft Ranking Review & Early 2024 Draft Hot Takes
In this episode, Sebastian and Hadi look ahead to the 2024 Draft Class, analyze the prospects who changed NHL organizations in the offseason, and reflect on their own 2021 Draft rankings, highlighting their hits and misses alike. First, they talk about some of their early 2024 draft takes that diverge from the slowly emerging consensus about prospects including Ivan Demidov, Artyom Levshunov, Aron Kiviharju, and Cole Hutson. Next, they focus their attention on the prospects and young NHLers who were traded in the past few months, including Alex Newhook, Gianni Fairbrother, and Nathan Légaré. Lastly, they turn back the clock to 2021 and have a laugh about some of their draft takes that aged like milk as well as some hot takes at the time that have aged more like wine.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONHLProspects?sid=YouTubeLocked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL📲 Follow Locked On NHL Prospects on TwitterLocked On NHL Prospects https://twitter.com/LO_NHLProspectsHadi Kalakeche https://twitter.com/HadiK_ScoutingSebastian High https://twitter.com/high_sebastian📺 Follow Locked On NHL: https://twitter.com/LockedOnNHLPods📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers#NHL #Hockey #NHLDraft #nhlprospectsFanDuelMake Every Moment More. Right now, when you bet on a Super Bowl Winner, you can GET BONUS BETS EVERY TIME THEY WIN IN THE REGULAR SEASON! FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 Sep 202331min
Hlinka-Gretzky Tournament Standouts and Darkhorse NHL Rookies
In this episode, Sebastian and Hadi break down the Hlinka-Gretzky tournament and take a glance at NHL rookie forwards who could play unexpectedly large roles or have surprising impacts this season. First, they analyze how the big-name players on Teams Canada and USA performed at the Hlinka, including Berkly Catton, Maxim Massé, Henry Mews, Zayne Parekh, and Trevor Connelly. Next, they delved into the performances of the impactful 2024-eligibles on the European teams, including Adam Jiricek, Adam Benak, Emil Hemming, and Alexander Zetterberg. Last, they pivot to the big leagues to look at the NHL rookie forwards who may not be in the Calder race but who could become exciting middle-of-the-lineup contributors if given the opportunity this year, including Sean Farrell, Daniil Gushchin, and Matthew Knies.Tune back in on Friday for a look at some of our very early (mildly) hot takes about the 2024 Draft Class and analyses of our own 2021 draft rankings including our early hits and misses!Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONHLProspects?sid=YouTubeLocked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL📲 Follow Locked On NHL Prospects on TwitterLocked On NHL Prospects https://twitter.com/LO_NHLProspectsHadi Kalakeche https://twitter.com/HadiK_ScoutingSebastian High https://twitter.com/high_sebastian📺 Follow Locked On NHL: https://twitter.com/LockedOnNHLPods📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers#NHL #Hockey #NHLDraft #nhlprospectsFanDuelMake Every Moment More. Right now, when you bet on a Super Bowl Winner, you can GET BONUS BETS EVERY TIME THEY WIN IN THE REGULAR SEASON! FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
31 Aug 202333min
2023 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings, 2-1: Chicago Blackhawks & Columbus Blue Jackets
In the 11th and final episode of the countdown to the NHL's best prospect pool Hadi and Sebastian discuss the pipelines of the Blackhawks and Blue Jackets. First, they take a look at Chicago's pool headlined by Connor Bedard, which does include a handful of other high-end prospects such as Oliver Moore, Frank Nazar, Kevin Korchinski, and Nick Lardis. Next, they explain why the pool with the league's best prospect was unable to unseat Columbus at #1 due to the combination of impressive depth and a wealth of high-end talent such as Adam Fantilli, David Jiricek, Denton Mateychuk, and Gavin Brindley. Last, they unpack their overall ranking and look ahead to next year to see which teams are likely to rise and fall in their prospect pool rankings.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONHLProspects?sid=YouTubeLocked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL📲 Follow Locked On NHL Prospects on TwitterLocked On NHL Prospects https://twitter.com/LO_NHLProspectsHadi Kalakeche https://twitter.com/HadiK_ScoutingSebastian High https://twitter.com/high_sebastian📺 Follow Locked On NHL: https://twitter.com/LockedOnNHLPods📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers#NHL #Hockey #NHLDraft #nhlprospectsFanDuelMake Every Moment More. Right now, when you bet on a Super Bowl Winner, you can GET BONUS BETS EVERY TIME THEY WIN IN THE REGULAR SEASON! FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
26 Aug 202330min
2023 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings, 5-3: San Jose Sharks, Anaheim Ducks, Buffalo Sabres
In the 10th episode of the countdown to the NHL's best prospect pool, Sebastian and Hadi break down the pipelines of the San Jose Sharks, Anaheim Ducks, and Buffalo Sabres. First, they take a look at the Sharks, who recently infused their prospect pool with skill at the 2023 Draft by adding toolsy centermen Will Smith and Quentin Musty, who further elevate a strong prospect pool already featuring the likes of Daniil Gushchin, Mattias Hävelid, and Henry Thrun. Next, they shift their focus to their California rivals, the Anaheim Ducks, who have a three-headed dragon in their pipeline consisting of power-forward center Leo Carlsson, toolsy two-way defenseman Pavel Mintyukov, and dynamic blueliner Olen Zellweger. Last, they break down the impressive Sabres prospect depth, which doesn't even include the team's two recent 1st overall picks, and is headlined by recent 13th overall selection Zach Benson, goaltender Devon Levi, and forwards Jiri Kulich, Matthew Savoie, Noah Östlund, Isak Rosen, and Anton Wahlberg.Tune back in on Friday to see which teams have the league's top two prospect pools!Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONHLProspects?sid=YouTubeLocked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL📲 Follow Locked On NHL Prospects on TwitterLocked On NHL Prospects https://twitter.com/LO_NHLProspectsHadi Kalakeche https://twitter.com/HadiK_ScoutingSebastian High https://twitter.com/high_sebastian📺 Follow Locked On NHL: https://twitter.com/LockedOnNHLPods📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers#NHL #Hockey #NHLDraft #nhlprospectsBirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNHL or enter promo code LOCKEDONNHL for a free white tech hat with any order. You won’t want to take your birddogs off we promise you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
23 Aug 202331min
2023 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings, 8-6: Carolina Hurricanes, Arizona Coyotes, Montreal Canadiens
In the 9th episode of the countdown to the best prospect pool in the NHL, Sebastian and Hadi take a look at the pipelines of the Carolina Hurricanes, Arizona Coyotes, and Montreal Canadiens. First, they dissect Carolina's impressive prospect pool consisting almost exclusively of high-value draft selections, highlighted by two-way defenseman Alexander Nikishin, toolsy sniper Bradly Nadeau, and cerebral playmaker Jayden Perron. Next, they turn their focus to the Arizona Coyotes and the two-headed dragon in their prospect pool: offensive dynamo Logan Cooley and toolsy two-way defenseman Dmitri Simashev. Last, they take a look at the Habs' pipeline, which likely has the most depth of any pool in the league, and is headlined by Lane Hutson and David Reinbacher.Tune back in on Monday to see which teams have the league's 5th, 4th, and 3rd top prospect pools!Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONHLProspects?sid=YouTubeLocked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL📲 Follow Locked On NHL Prospects on TwitterLocked On NHL Prospects https://twitter.com/LO_NHLProspectsHadi Kalakeche https://twitter.com/HadiK_ScoutingSebastian High https://twitter.com/high_sebastian📺 Follow Locked On NHL: https://twitter.com/LockedOnNHLPods📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers#NHL #Hockey #NHLDraft #nhlprospectsFanDuelMake Every Moment More. Right now, when you bet on a Super Bowl Winner, you can GET BONUS BETS EVERY TIME THEY WIN IN THE REGULAR SEASON! FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
18 Aug 202330min
2023 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings, 11-9: Minnesota Wild, Philadelphia Flyers, Detroit Red Wings
In the 8th episode of the countdown to the best prospect pool in the NHL, Sebastian and Hadi take a look at the pipelines of the Minnesota Wild, Philadelphia Flyers, and Detroit Red Wings. First, they dissect Minnesota's impressive prospect pool comprised of high-value draft selections such as Jesper Wallstedt, Liam Öhgren, Danila Yurov, and Riley Heidt, along with a wealth of depth. Next, they shift their focus to the Philadelphia Flyers, who infused their prospect pool with talent at the 2023 NHL Draft, headlined by Matvei Michkov (one of the most electrifying prospects from the past five years), but further supported by skillful winger Alex Ciernik, dependable defenseman Oliver Bonk, raw goaltending prospect Carson Bjarnason, and gritty energy forward Cole Knuble. Last, they look at the Detroit Red Wings and their prospect pool of projectable and reliable prospects, featuring a few high-end pieces in toolsy defenceman Simon Edvinsson, two-way centermen Marco Kasper and Nate Danielson, and two high-end goaltending prospects in Trey Augustine and Sebastian Cossa.Tune back in on Friday to see which teams have the league's 8th, 7th, and 6th top prospect pools!Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONHLProspects?sid=YouTubeLocked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL📲 Follow Locked On NHL Prospects on TwitterLocked On NHL Prospects https://twitter.com/LO_NHLProspectsHadi Kalakeche https://twitter.com/HadiK_ScoutingSebastian High https://twitter.com/high_sebastian📺 Follow Locked On NHL: https://twitter.com/LockedOnNHLPods📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers#NHL #Hockey #NHLDraft #nhlprospectsFanDuelMake Every Moment More. Right now, when you bet on a Super Bowl Winner, you can GET BONUS BETS EVERY TIME THEY WIN IN THE REGULAR SEASON! FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
17 Aug 202327min
