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Who are the most exciting players participating in this year's World Junior Championship? Chris Peters and Cam Robinson share their thoughts on that and those that may have a little something extra to prove. Also on this week's episode, Chris and Cam talk about the recent cuts to Canada's World Junior Camp roster, what defensemen could ascend to the top of draft boards at the end of the World Juniors and so much more including our regular segments Beyond Belief and You Have To Pick One. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 12
The World Juniors are rapidly approaching and Called Up has you covered. Chris and Cam go long on Canada's roster, its strengths, weaknesses, the X factor and the help they got from the NHL. The duo also looks at the roster bubble and who is at risk of missing out on their spot. There's also a number of roster updates to share for other nations including the U.S., Sweden, Finland, Czechia and Latvia. On top of that, Chris puts Cam through The Called Up Challenge with a WJC focus before we get into Beyond Belief and You Have To Pick One. This show is presented by the World Juniors and Minnesota Sports & Events. World Juniors hits Minnesota this December. Ten nations. One dream. Elite hockey you can’t miss. Go to WorldJuniorsMN26.com and get your tickets today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 5
It's the start of December, which means it's time to turn the focus fully to the World Juniors. Chris and Cam react to USA's preliminary roster, including the surprise additions, omissions and more. Could USA really contend for a third-straight gold? The duo also talks a lot about Canada's roster options ahead of their preliminary roster announcement next week. Who will they get from the NHL? How will they structure their D corps? What are the other things to watch out for. Don't miss our regular segments -- including the Called Up Challenge, Beyond Belief And You Have To Pick One. If you were a GM, would you loan your player to the World Juniors or would you keep them with the NHL club? Chris and Cam discuss. Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review this podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 21
Called Up this week puts the focus on the meteoric seasons of Connor Bedard and Macklin Celebrini, who are going to be compared and contrasted for the rest of their careers. Could this be the new Crosby vs. Ovechkin debate for a new era? Cam and Chris discuss. Also, the co-hosts look at the latest on Hockey Canada's process for picking the World Junior team, which players have something to prove at the CHL USA Prospects Challenge next week, plus a bunch more including our regular segments Beyond Belief, the Called Up Challenge and You Have To Pick One. At FloHockey, you get more teams, more leagues and more action with the most live hockey on any one streaming platform. Sign up for an annual subscription today to follow leagues like the AHL, ECHL, OHL, QMJHL, USHL and dozens more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 14
Cam is back this week and joins Chris to share what he saw from Gavin McKenna in a recent live viewing. The two discussed why there is new doubt cast on McKenna's draft stock and what could be to blame. On top of that, Chris and Cam look at other recent CHL stars in college hockey including Porter Martone, Cayden Lindstrom, Roger McQueen, Jack Ivankovic, Cole Reschny and Keaton Verhoeff among others. Plus the duo takes a look at Canada's World Junior roster and if they'll get any help from the NHL this year. Plus a quick look at the top European teams coming out of the U20 Five Nations tournament held last week. Plus Beyond Belief Is Back, with a look at McKenna, Alexis Joseph vs. Landon DuPont, Ethan Belchetz's WJC hopes, and more. Hockey Hits Harder On Flo. Sign up for an annual subscription for FloHockey and experience more leagues, more teams more action than anywhere else. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 7
Chris is joined by special guest host Lizz Child, sitting in for Cam who is on assignment. Chris and Lizz talk about the decisions that are faced by Canada and USA ahead of the World Juniors and whether Canada is still a favorite with all of the eligible players in the NHL. The two also discussed the latest news when it comes to the junior hockey landscape and what the next steps could be going forward. Plus we have our regular segments including a Beyond Belief chat about Matthew Schaefer's historic pace and whether or not Tynan Lawrence can sneak into the top three of this year's draft. And who really is the favorite for the Juniors? Find out in You Have To Pick One. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 31
Cam is back this week and the podcast is whole again and celebrating Halloween! Chris and Cam break down Team CHL's roster for the 2025 CHL USA Prospects Challenge, with a focus on rising NHL Draft prospects. The duo also discusses the decisions facing NHL teams with their teenage rookies from the easiest to the hardest. Plus there's another segment on Gavin McKenna in the NCAA, a Halloween-themed Called Up Challenge, plus our regular Beyond Belief And a "You Have To Pick One" segment focusing on new $80 million man Logan Cooley. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and why don't you leave a kind rating and review while you're at it. Hockey Hits Harder On Flo. Pick up an annual subscription to FloHockey today to get access to the largest collection of hockey leagues streaming anywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 24
In a rare solo episode, Chris is holding it down with Cam on IR, but there is plenty to talk about. The NHL Draft Central Scouting watch list is out and Chris shares his thoughts. Plus some player reports from QMJHL Prospects Game and a listener Q&A covering a lot of ground. Chris also takes a look at the shallow American and goalie draft classes in Beyond Belief and in the most important You Have To Pick One, Chris plays the role of Ryan Warsofsky and faces the choice: Keep one of your kids or win one game in the NHL. Subscribe to this podcast and make sure to leave a kind rating review to help this podcast continue to grow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 10
This week's episode of Called Up: The Prospects Podcasts examines some of the surprising rookies to make opening day rosters including Ben Kindel in Pittsburgh, Emmitt Finnie in Detroit and many, many more. Plus the duo chats about Gavin McKenna's college debut for Penn State and what we learned from that first weekend. Plus, the AHL season begins Friday. Chris and Cam talked about some of the best NHL prospects that are currently on AHL rosters including Tom Willander, Radim Mrtka and plenty of other top prospects. The Called Up Challenge is back this week as well with some context clue trivia. And don't miss our regular features Beyond Belief and You Have To Pick One. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, rate and review us as well! And last but not least, what are you waiting for? Pick up your annual subscription to FloHockey today to watch the AHL, ECHL, OHL, QMJHL, USHL, college hockey and many, many more leagues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 3
Chris and Cam break down the thrilling 2025-26 Calder Trophy class as they examine which rookies will make a major impact this season. Which players are really in the hunt to be the NHL Rookie of the Year and which players will have too tall a hill to climb? Plus, the duo examines the point ceiling for Montreal Canadiens standout Ivan Demidov, why Jimmy Snuggerud is a sneaky Calder Candidate, if Matthew Schaefer or Michael Misa have what it takes to contend as 18-year-olds. Plus there's a look at Yaroslav Askarov's rookie season outlook, a trio of Minnesota Wild rookies to discuss and so much more. Also on this episode, the hosts dive into Cam's scout poll for the 2026 NHL Draft that delivered some early heat to the prospect discussion including which prospect landed at No. 2 on his list. You won't want to miss our regular segments including Beyond Belief, which even touches on the Connor McDavid contract saga. Lastly, don't miss You Have To Pick One when Cam and Chris debate which newly-minuted $9 million-per-year defenseman they'd want on their team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 26
This week, Chris and Cam check in with top prospects at NHL Training Camps again and take a look at EliteProspects' first NHL Draft ranking of the season. The duo also previews the 2025-26 NCAA season with a special look at what is considered the greatest freshman class in the history of college hockey. Chris and Cam take a look at the over/under point total projections for Gavin McKenna, Keaton Verhoeff, Adam Valentini, Porter Martone, Cayden Lindstrom, Roger McQueen, Cole Reschny and Ryker Lee. Plus check out 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
Sep 19
NHL Training Camps are underway with many top NHL prospects vying for roster spots in the big leagues. Chris Peters and Cam Robinson break down which prospects are ready and who many need more time before getting the full-time call to the show. Plus, Chris and Cam react to TSN's first NHL Draft list of the season to see how teams believe the draft is going to go at this point. And don't miss our regular segments including the Called Up Challenge, Beyond Belief and You Have To Pick One. HOCKEY HITS HARDER ON FLO. Sign up for a FloHockey annual subscription today. https://flosports.link/48nuN3u Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 12
Chris Peters and Cam Robinson get you ready for the junior hockey season which begins next week. The veteran prospects analysts discuss the players fans should be keeping track of for the 2026 NHL Draft playing in the USHL, QMJHL, OHL and WHL. Plus, why the Blainville-Boisbriand Armada are the team to beat in the QMJHL, whether or not Ryan Roobroeck is truly the top prospect in the OHL, how many defensemen we could see picked in the Top 10, and will Viggo Björck remain in the Top 10 conversation all season? Plus, Chris and Cam debate who they would take first between Roobroeck and Ethan Belchetz in the OHL. HOCKEY HITS HARDER ON FLO! Subscribe to FloHockey today and get the best value by purchasing an annual subscription and get seven months free! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 5
Chris and Cam look ahead to the coming season with a spotlight on NHL sophomores coming off of impressive rookie seasons. Which of Lane Hutson, Matvei Michkov, Will Smith, Cutter Gauthier and more will be headed for a sophomore slump or become a sophomore sensation? Plus, the co-hosts look at the pending changes to the NHL-CHL agreement that would potentially allow more 19-year-old players drafted out of the CHL the chance to play in the AHL. It's a big move that can have wide-ranging impacts, both positive and negative for the NHL's developmental ladder. Test your hockey knowledge as Chris and Cam quiz each other during the Called Up Challenge. Can you guess the top five NHL scorers from two recent NHL Drafts before the co-hosts do? Plus, don't miss our Beyond Belief and You Have To Pick One segments, where the duo debates hot topics including which rebuild would you rather be in right now: San Jose Sharks? Or Chicago Blackhawks? Leave a kind rating and review on your podcast app of choice and make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 29
Chris and Cam are back as the march to the 2025-26 season rolls on. The co-hosts discuss Elite Prospects' Top 100 Affiliated NHL Prospects list including some thoughts on Ivan Demidov at No. 1, plus the big surprises from the list for both Chris and Cam. After that, don't miss out on the discussion of how Bemidji State has one of the weirdest NCAA eligibility stories of the offseason. Find out how two players who played in the AHL were allowed to play in the NCAA next season. Chris and Cam also bring back the regular segments including The Called Up Challenge, Beyond Belief and You Have To Pick One. Subscribe to this podcast on your audio app of choice and be sure to leave kind ratings and reviews to help the show grow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 22
Chris and Cam are back with more looks ahead to the 2025-26 season including extended thoughts on USA's historic win at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup, NHL Draft prospect Adam Valentini's surprising decision to head to Michigan a year early, the start of the junior hockey season and more. Plus, we're back with a new edition of The Called Up Challenge with Chris and Cam trying to stump each other on some context-clue trivia. In Beyond Belief, Chris and Cam examine the players accelerating to college hockey, Lane Hutson's USA Hockey "snub." Xavier Villeneuve's outlook for 2026 in the QMJHL and if any forwards could push Gavin McKenna in the 2026 NHL Draft. In our final segment, "You Have To Pick One" Chris and Cam choose which recruiting class they'd rather have -- Penn State or Michigan State's. Don't forget to leave a kind rating and review, and subscribe to this podcast on your app of choice. Help Called Up continue to grow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 15
Chris Peters and Cam Robinson break down the latest news, notes and standout performers from the Hlinka Gretzky Cup. Plus, they take a look at why or why not Keaton Verhoeff could be viewed as a legitimate challenger to Gavin McKenna's spot at No. 1. You also won't want to miss our new segment, the Called Up Challenge, where Chris and Cam test each others prospect knowledge with some context-clue trivia that you can play along with at home. Our regular segments are back, too, with Beyond Belief covering Caleb Desnoyers, Verhoeff's freshman season at North Dakota, and more. And last, but not least, Chris and Cam debate which defenseman they would rather build around -- Keaton Verhoeff or Matthew Schaefer. Don't forget to leave a kind rating and review on the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 8
Chris Peters and Cam Robinson are back from a summer hiatus and catch you up on all the latest prospect news including some prospect trade rumors, CHL to NCAA player movement, the Hlinka Gretzky Cup and so much more! Take a look at the timestamps below. 00:02:20 Summer Catchup: What's New In The Prospects World? Sebastian Cossa Trade Rumors? Poter Martone, Roger McQueen to NCAA Anyone else going? World Junior Summer Showcase Fallout: Parekh, Misa, Defense And More Anton Frondell's 2025-26 season plans 00:38:00 2026 NHL Draft Season Kickoff Hlinka-Gretzky Cup Preview Canada's Loaded Roster Other Players To Watch Tynan Lawrence's 2025-26 Plans 00:54:00 Beyond Belief: Chris and Cam talk about the Hlinka Gretzky Cup, Will a CHL alum win the Hobey Baker, Canada's WJC D corps, Hockey Stakeholders working together. 01:12:00 YOU HAVE TO PICK ONE: U18 Worlds or Hlinka Gretzky. Don't forget to leave a kind rating and review to help Called Up: The Prospects Podcast grow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 3
Called Up is just about done for the summer, but not before reviewing some of the most dramatic and most head-scratching picks of the 2025 NHL Draft, why the NHL better get back to centralizing the draft, which teams had the best weekend and more. Plus, Chris and Cam have a lot of thoughts on the 2026 NHL Draft, previewing some of the players to know while also examining the big decision ahead of Gavin McKenna. Don't miss our regular segments, Beyond Belief and You Have To Pick One, with a mix and match of topics regarding 2026 and 2025 NHL Drafts. Thanks to all of our listeners for a great first season. We'll be off for about the next three weeks before coming back in August to get ready for the long season ahead. Don't forget to leave a kind rating and review to help keep this podcast growing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 26
It's NHL Draft Eve! Chris Peters and Cam Robinson drop their last bits of knowledge about how things could go during the first round with the latest news and rumors from the NHL Draft in Los Angeles. Will the San Jose Sharks really take Anton Frondell over Michael Misa? Is Roger McQueen's health still a concern? Could Victor Eklund be a good pick for the Pittsburgh Penguins? You won't want to miss what these guys have to say. Many, many questions remain, but Chris and Cam try to parse through the noise and let you know what they're hearing. Callde Up: The Prospects Podcast is powered by Wonderful Pistachios! Get crackin, get snackin with the snack the packs a protein punch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 20
Chris Peters and Cam Robinson both talk about their respective NHL Draft rankings that came out last week, including where they are similar and different on players throughout their lists. See Cam's rankings here , and Chris's rankings here . The co-hosts also discuss the latest buzz, including a potential bombshell in the top three picks, the latest on Brady Martin, who can disrupt the top 10 and much more. Don't miss our usual Beyond Belief and You Have To Pick One segments, and stay tuned for more NHL Draft news, analysis and more on Called Up: The Prospects Podcast presented by Wonderful Pistachios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 11
Hockey Hall of Famer Chris Pronger joins Chris Peters and Cam Robinson to talk about a number of topics including the Edmonton Oilers' meltdown in Game 3, Matthew Schaefer, developing defensemen in the NHL, the new NCAA path for CHL players and Alexandre Daigle's infamous "no one remembers No. 2" comment from Pronger's draft year. Plus, Chris and Cam recap some of the buzz they collected at the 2025 NHL Scouting Combine. Called Up: The Prospects Podcast is powered by Wonderful Pistachios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 4
In a jam-packed episode, Chris Peters and Cam Robinson take a look at some of the most important topics and players entering the NHL Scouting Combine this week. Plus, the co-hosts go long on the latest in the NCAA-CHL recruiting landscape including North Dakota's massive swing in landing Cole Reschny and Keaton Verhoeff, plus the latest on Gavin McKenna's plans for next season. We also reveal some of the best player comps shared by listeners in response to last week's episode, plus our Beyond Belief and You Have To Pick One segments focus on the news of the week. Called Up: The Prospects Podcast is presented by Wonderful Pistachios. Get snackin', get crackin' with the snack that packs a protein punch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 30
This week it's all about comps. Chris and Cam take a look at the top 11 players projected for the 2025 NHL Draft and assign comparable NHL players for each. Find out if Matthew Schaefer compares more to Drew Doughty or Miro Heiskanen, or what talented centers Michael Misa best compares to. Also, Chris and Cam take a look at the Memorial Cup where the Medicine Hat Tigers await the winner of Moncton-London to play for the top prize in Canadian juniro hockey. Find out the lates in the Calder Cup Playoffs, too, which is now in the conference finals stage. Plus, our regular segments Beyond Belief and You Have To Pick One are back this week after a brief hiatus. Called Up: The Prospects Podcast is presented by Wonderful Pistachios. Get snackin', get crackin' with the snack that packs a protein punch! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 23
It's finally happening, Chris and Cam are back to answer your most burning prospect questions in the first Called Up: The Prospects Podcast mailbag! Will it be Misa or Martone for the San Jose Sharks at pick number 2? Who is going to slip or rise the most come draft day? Chris and Cam answer more than 20 questions about the NHL Draft, NCAA/CHL Recruiting and some drafted prospects. Called Up: The Prospects Podcast is powered by Wonderful Pistachios. Get Snackin', Get Crackin' with the snack that packs a protein punch! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 16
After last week's record-breaking Mock Draft episode, Chris and Cam are back to talk about some of the draft's most divisive players. The duo spends a lot of time on the tantalizing big man Roger McQueen and where he may ultimately go in the draft. Anton Frondell, Cameron Schmidt and Jake O'Brien are also discussed. Your co-hosts also get into some -- um, interesting -- player comps with a nod to our friends at Wonderful Pistachios. Plus, there's a long look at Cayden Lindstrom's return to the WHL Championship series after nearly a year out of game action, some recent NCAA commits and the ever-shifting landscape and much more including our regular segments: Beyond Belief and You Have To Pick One. Called Up: The Prospects Podcast is powered by Wonderful Pistachios. Get Snackin', Get Crackin' with the snack that packs a protein punch! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 9
IT'S MOCK DRAFT TIME! Chris Peters and Cam Robinson go back and forth predicting what each team in the top 16 will do with their locked-in positions following the 2025 NHL Draft Lottery. Who will the New York Islanders take? Should it be the local kid James Hagens, the presumptive No. 1 in Matthew Schaefer or neither? What will the Chicago Blackhawks do at No. 3 and how will the Utah Mammoth use their incredible lottery luck? You won't want to miss this special episode. Called Up: The Prospects Podcast is powered by Wonderful Pistachios! Get snackin', get crackin' with the snack that packs a protein punch! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 2
Chris Peters and Cam Robinson are on location at the IIHF World Under-18 Championship. They talk about the 2025 NHL Draft prospects that are rising and falling at U18s, plus a bunch more including a 2025 NHL Draft Lottery preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 25
Chris Peters and Cam Robinson talk about the 2025 IIHF World Men's Under-18 Championship, Canada's final roster, the AHL postseason, NCAA recruiting news and more. Learn about Team Sweden and Team Canada's U18 medal hopes, Cullen Potter's incredible speed, the Swedish phenoms Viggo Bjorck and Ivar Stenberg and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 19
In a wide-ranging episode, Chris and Cam cover a ton of ground from Ivan Demidov's spectacular NHL debut to reviewing NHL Central Scouting's final draft rankings, previewing the U18 Worlds and much more. Among the topics discussed on this week's episode: Ivan Demidov's Debut Western Michigan's national championship win NHL Central Scouting's final rankings reviewed 2025 IIHF World Under-18 Championship Gavin McKenna's unprecedented run in the WHL playoffs Lane Hutson's run for the Calder Trophy as NHL rookie of the year Michigan lands first major public CHL commit in Calgary prospect Henry Mews OHL Draft sees 81 Americans selected Beyond Belief Topics: Lane Hutson, Gavin McKenna vs. Connor Bedard, Canada's U18 hopes You Have To Pick One: U18 Worlds vs. Hlinka-Gretzky Cup Called Up: The Prospect Podcast is presented by Wonderful Pistachios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 11
Called Up covers the impending arrival of Ivan Demidov with the Montreal Canadiens, with a look at how he'll help the Habs right away. Also, Chris and Cam cover the next big prospect coming to the WHL, Maddox Schultz, Alexander Nikishin and the Hurricanes, Isaac Howard and the Lightning and much more. Called Up: The Prospects Podcast is presented by Wonderful Pistachios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 4
On this week's edition of Called Up: The Prospects Podcast presented by Wonderful Pistachios, Chris and Cam preview the 2025 NCAA Men's Frozen Four with a look at Penn State, Western Michigan, Boston University and Denver. Plus the duo dives deep on recent NCAA signings and some that haven't been made yet. Cam dishes on the latest on Jacob Fowler and the Montreal Canadiens, while Chris talks about Trey Augustine's decision to stay in school at Michigan State. The co-hosts also discuss the futures of Isaac Howard, Ryan Leonard, Gabe Perreault and prime coaching candidates like David Carle, Pat Ferschweiler and Jay Pandolfo. The transfer portal is also covered with thoughts on Sacha Boisvert's move to Boston University and other prominent prospects on the move. Don't miss our Beyond Belief segment where the duo looks at Ryan Leonard's early NHL impact, Gavin McKenna's absurd numbers in the WHL playoffs, if an underdog can take the Frozen Four and more. Called Up: The Prospects Podcast is presented by Wonderful Pistachios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 27
On this week's episode, Chris and Cam talk about one of the biggest prospects in the game today: WHL sensation Landon DuPont, who had a historic exceptional status season. The duo also previews the CHL Playoffs with a look at teams from each of the OHL, WHL and QMJHL. Chris takes a spin around the latest big news in college hockey including Brad Berry's surprise ouster at North Dakota. The pair also looks at top coach prospects in college and junior hockey. In our weekly Beyond Belief segment, Cam and Chris opine on if John Tortorella is done in the NHL, if David Carle is coaching his final college games and more. Lastly, Chris and Cam take a look at who they would rather build around: Landon DuPont or Gavin McKenna. Called Up: The Prospects Podcast is presented by Wonderful Pistachios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 21
On this week's episode of Called Up: The Prospects Podcast powered by Wonderful Pistachios, Chris Peters and Cam Robinson discuss one of the biggest stories coming in junior and college hockey: Where Gavin McKenna will play next season. Will he stay in the WHL or go to the NCAA thanks to the new rules allowing CHL players in college hockey? Chris and Cam also break down the NCAA hockey tournament locks, the Hobey Baker Top 10 and the biggest snubs. They also look at the future of the decentralized draft, James Hagens' falling draft stock and which of the NCAA's top two goalies they'd prefer to go with, with their season on the line. Called Up: The Prospects Podcast is presented by Wonderful Pistachios featuring Chris Peters of FloHockey and Cam Robinson of Elite Prospects Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 14
On this week's episode of Called Up: The Prospects Podcast presented by Wonderful Pistachios, Cam and Chris take a spin around the prospect world to break down some of the biggest news items of the season at this point. Among the many topics covered in this week's episode: NHL Trade Deadline Recap -- Breaking down the biggest-name prospects moved last week Nick Lardis (CHI) hits 70 goals, what does that mean for his projection? The two Nashville Predators prospects leading the NCAA in scoring Ilya Protas (WSH) breaking out in the OHL Can Ryan Leonard (WSH) and Zeev Buium (MIN) help playoff teams? Is Cayden Lindstrom (CBJ) NCAA bound? NCAA Undrafted Free Agent Season is here, who are the top names? NHL Draft Updates Roger McQueen returns to Brandon's lineup Carter Bear's season ends with Achilles injury James Hagens slipping out of top 5? Anton Frondell is lighting it up again Plus, don't miss our regular segments like Beyond Belief and in our weekly "You Have To Pick One" segment, the hosts debate if they'd rather have Martin Necas or Logan Stankoven as they explore the fallout of the Mikko Rantanen trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 6
Cam Robinson has been burning the phone lines and Chris Peters has a look at some of the prospects and draft picks that have already been moved ahead of Friday's NHL Trade Deadline. The co-hosts also discuss the trades that have been recently made including the Chicago-Florida swap involving Seth Jones, Edmonton acquiring Trent Frederic, Tampa Bay wheeling and dealing first-round picks and much more. The two also discuss Spencer Knight's future in Chicago, if Mikko Rantanen is on his way out of Carolina, if Edmonton can get back to contender status and much more in our Beyond Belief segment. Plus our co-hosts have differing opinions on To Rent, Or Not To Rent at the NHL Trade Deadline. Called Up: The Prospects Podcast is presented by Wonderful Pistachios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 28
On this week's episode of Called Up: The Prospects Podcast presented by Wonderful Pistachios, Chris Peters and Cam Robinson take a look at the NHL Trade Deadline which is Friday, March 7. The co-hosts detail the sellers to watch as well as the prospects that could potentially be on the move from the litany of pre-deadline buyers. Find out which young players could make for good pieces for buyers to find their missing pieces for a bid to win the Stanley Cup. Among the potential sellers covered: The Pittsburgh Penguins, Chicago Blackhawks, New York Islanders, Boston Bruins and Vancouver Canucks. The duo also discusses Elias Pettersson's future in Vancouver, if Mikko Rantanen will remain with the Carolina Hurricanes and if this could be Lou Lamoriello's final NHL Trade Deadline. Called Up: The Prospects Podcast is presented by Wonderful Pistachios. Whether you’re looking for a protein pick-me up or a tasty late-night treat, Wonderful Pistachios are the everyday go-to snack nut. Get Snackin’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 20
It's all USA-Canada on Called Up this week as Chris Peters checks in with Cam Robinson on the ground in Boston. The two preview the 4 Nations Face-Off Final between North American rivals, look ahead to what's next in best-on-best competition. Will Quinn Hughes play? How much will Team USA miss Charlie McAvoy? Can Cale Makar make all the difference? Chris and Cam detail which team has the edge in forwards, defense and goaltending, plus an X-factor for each team. Plus, your hosts look at the bigger picture and detail some ways to improve on the next go-around of best-on-best international hockey. Called Up: The Prospects Podcast is Presented By Wonderful Pistachios. Read more about the history of USA Vs. Canada here . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 14
On this week's episode of Called Up: The Prospects Podcast presented by Wonderful Pistachios, Chris Peters of FloHockey and Cam Robinson of Elite Prospects had much to discuss about the 4 Nations Face-Off. Cam is on the scene in Montreal and gave his insights on the atmosphere at the Bell Centre, Canada's narrow victory over Sweden in a thrilling tournament opener, what Sweden showed in the game and much more. Chris and Cam also discuss the incredible rise of USA Hockey and how this may be the best collection of talent they've iced at a tournament top to bottom. Chris discusses how development has shifted and why the Americans have gained more ground on Canada while the neighbors to the north continue producing many of the game's best talents. The two also cover a range of international hockey topics in their weekly "Beyond Belief" segment including whether we'll see Russia in the 2026 Olympics or not. Lastly, Chris and Cam talk 2025 NHL Draft including the continued rise of Michael Misa and his growing threat to supplant Matthew Schaefer as the consensus No. 1. Also, why James Hagnens continues to slide a bit more into the No. 3 category and a quick recap of last week's U18 5 Nations that saw Finland surprisingly win the event. Called Up: The Prospects Podcast is powered by Wonderful Pistachios. Each 1oz serving has 6 grams of protein, giving you over 10% of your daily value. Cover Image of Matthew Tkachuk and Auston Matthews: David Kirouac/Imagn Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 7
Chris and Cam preview the forthcoming Four Nations Faceoff tournament as we get our first look at best-on-best international hockey for the first time since 2016. The duo talk about Canada's incredible forward depth and weak goaltending, USA's perceived strengths, as well as the realistic chances of Sweden and Finland in the tournament. After the Four Nations chat, Peters and Robinson dive into the NHL Draft talk including the recent bounce-back of Anton Frondell, the still-low value of 2025 first-round picks in the trade market and they also check in on the top two prospects for the next two drafts, Gavin McKenna and Landon Dupont. Also, find out what the two are wagering for a Canada or USA victory at the Four Nations Faceoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 31
Chris and Cam break down the Calder Trophy race, in depth, talking about the true contenders while also discussing potential dark horses and other rookies of note. The duo also chats about the forthcoming NHL Trade Deadline and goes back and forth on the topics in the prospect world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 24
Chris Peters and Cam Robinson discuss the post-draft rise of Montreal Canadiens top prospect Ivan Demidov in the KHL, how Elite Prospects ranked the 2025 NHL Draft class in January, why patience is important with prospects, an Adam Fantilli vs. Leo Carlsson debate and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 17
Chris Peters and Cam Robinson take stock of the 2025 NHL Draft class at the mid-term with a special focus on the recently-released NHL Central Scouting Rankings. On top of that, the duo discuss the overall strength of the class and how the top five is shaping up. There's also talk about the weakness of the prospect pool among European-based players, weak classes for Finland, Russia and the United States, and more. The hosts also answer listener questions for the first time on the show, chatting about the draft prospects of Cullen Potter, what the Chicago Blackhawks should do if they get the No. 1 pick again, prospects that will go too high and prospects that will go too low predictions and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 9
Back from the World Juniors, Chris and Cam look back at the tournament that was, talk about key takeaways, how draft-eligibles fared and more. Plus, Cam breaks down the CHL trade deadline and Chris takes a look at AHL All-Star selections. Also on the podcast: David Carle's NHL future. Lane Hutson vs. Cole Hutson, Canada's regroup. Is USA the new international power? Plus so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 2
Chris Peters and Cam Robinson break down the World Juniors so far with thoughts on what's wrong with Team Canada, why USA has secured favorite status, top performers and much more. The duo also chats about big NHL Draft news including Cam's report about NHL Draft location, Chris's report about Ivan Ryabkin coming to the USHL and whether or not Ivar Stenberg could come to NCAA hockey next year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 24, 2024
On this week's edition of Called Up: The Prospects Podcast, Chris Peters and Cam Robinson go in-depth and preview the World Junior Championship. They take a deeper look at the big teams, especially with many thoughts on USA, Canada and the rest of the powers of the tournament. Plus Chris and Cam look at the big topics including NHL Draft Eligibles like James Hagens, Porter Martone, Victor Eklund and Matthew Schaefer, phenom Gavin McKenna and much, much more. Stay til the end so you don't miss their gold, silver and bronzel-medal predictions and MVP predictions heading into the 2025 WJC! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 12, 2024
On this week's episode of Called Up: The Prospects Podcast, Chris Peters and Cam Robinson talk about the growing movement in the NCAA-CHL recruiting race. Cam shares some reporting on Michael Misa's potential NCAA plans and whether he's in the running for first overall. The duo also discuss the prospects taking off in the AHL, debate David Jiricek and Simon Nemec and answer what's real or beyond belief in the prospect world this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 6, 2024
Welcome to the debut episode of Called Up: The Prospects Podcast, FloHockey's new show featuring veteran prospects analysts Chris Peters and Cam Robinson, content director of Elite Prospects. In Episode 1 Chris and Cam review the World Junior camp rosters for Canada and the United States. Cam reveals his "All-Snub Team" for Hockey Canada. The duo also debuts their "Beyond Belief?" segment that tackles some of the more interesting trends in the prospect world, like "Is the Matthew Schaefer going No. 1 hype real?" Chris and Cam also talk about the hottest topic in the prospect world: Now that the NCAA is allowing CHL players, what are the chances 2026 projected No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna goes to school next year? The hosts talk about the possibilities and what they're hearing about them. Lastly, every week on this podcast Peters and Robinson will answer one big question and this week it's this: If you could only choose between Connor Bedard or Macklin Celebrini to be the centerpiece of your team, who would you choose and why? The answers may surprise you. Tune in every week to get some of the best and most entertaining NHL prospects news, analysis and discussion anywhere from two seasons pros. Cover Photo of Gavin McKenna -- Steven Ellis/Daily Faceoff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices