Called Up: The Hockey Prospects Podcast

Russia was reinstated to international events last week, but their path to competing remains murky. After CAS reinstated Russia, governments from around the world as well as their hockey federations have announced plans for boycotts, not granting visas and much, much more. So is Russia really going to be back? Cam and Chris dive into this hot-button issue and share thoughts about the practical reasons this is a disaster for the IIHF, and why international governments may have to drive the decision-making in what comes next. We talk some hockey, too, with thoughts on the NCAA season to date including Michael Hage's insane start to the year and how much he has been scoring. Plus, we look at the incredible performances of the goaltenders across the NCAA and why some are really standing out. Lastly, we take a quick look at the U17 World Hockey Challenge and get to our regular segments including a special NHL Hometown Remix You Have To Pick One. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's episode covers a lot of ground when it comes to the NHL Draft as Chris and Cam take a look at the recently released NHL Central Scouting Watch List. Chris and Cam break down the surprises, both positive and negative, and talk about some players already improving their stock this season. Find out which top prospects are on the rise. The Called Up crew also looks at the recently announced additions to the CHL USA Prospects Challenge roster, recap the QMJHL Prospects Game results and gets into the regular segments you know and love. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've got a jam-packed episode as Cam Robinson joins from the final leg of his trip to Sweden. Chris and Cam talk about top Swedish draft prospect Milan Sundstrom, Kings prospect Elton Hermansson and the early-season struggles of Viggo Björck with the Winnipeg Jets. Could Viggo be loaned to Sweden's World Junior Team? It seems realistic at this point. Also on the show this week, Chris and Cam look at players improving their stock for the U.S. and Canadian World Junior teams before taking questions from listeners. We'll be back with our normal closing segments next week after Cam returns to North America. For now, be sure to check out FloHockey to find the most games featuring top NHL prospects anywhere in the world. Sign up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris is joined this week by college hockey writer Brad Schlossman while Cam is on assignment in Sweden. Peters and Schlossman reacted to the breaking news that Dave Hakstol was named the new head coach at Arizona State and other major topics in U.S. college hockey. Schlossman shared insights from covering Hakstol for most of his coaching run at the University of North Dakota, how ASU has handled their current situation and what will be next for the program with a new man at the helm. Chris and Brad also talk about the top prospects playing in college hockey, especially ahead of the big matchups between No. 1 Denver and No. 2 Michigan; and No. 3 Michigan State against No. 4 North Dakota on Halloween. Schlossman also shares insight into the new college recruiting landscape and how things have changed. Plus we run Schloss through our regular features including the Called Up Challenge, Beyond Belief and You Have To Pick One. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Cam are back this week with a look at the NHL Draft eligible players starting off their season hot and those that have not, plus when bad starts start impacting the draft board. Plus, the duo takes a look at some early returns from top prospects in the AHL after an opening weekend saw a number of high-profile future stars perform at a high level in the NHL's top farm league. Chris and Cam also look at the looming NHL expansion and whether or not the talent pool is there to support the league adding teams. You won't want to miss our regular segments, including the Called Up Challenge, Beyond Belief and You Have To Pick One. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices