


This week on The Hockey News American Pipeline Podcast with Sydney Wolf and Mike Stephens:
- It's time for an in-depth preview of the NCAA Frozen Four. Sydney and Mike go through the players to watch for each team, including what makes each team among the best squads in the United States collegiate system.
First, it's Boston University versus Minnesota:
Next, it's Quinnipiac facing Michigan:
- In junior hockey and USHL news, James Hagens became the 19th player in USA Hockey National Team Development Program history to score 30-plus goals as a U-17 player. He’s so good — a top name to follow for the 2025 NHL draft.
- There were more college players who signed pro contracts over the past week. Learn more about players such as Cole McWard, Ondrej Pavel, Judd Caulfield and more.
- The Montreal Canadiens have some great prospects in the American pipeline. There are also some not-so-good ones, but there's promise overall. Sydney and Mike go through each Canadiens-drafted prospect in the NCAA and USHL. (And check out a Frozen Four feature on Quinn and Lane Hutson on THN.com!)
There's tons to talk about in the NCAA and USHL, so check out the full episode.
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