The Athletic Hockey Show Is it time to worry about Gavin McKenna?
Nov 14, 2025
Chris Peters, a FloHockey analyst, offers keen insights into the world of college hockey and draft prospects. The discussion kicks off with concerns surrounding Gavin McKenna's play at Penn State despite a strong start. Alexis Joseph shines at the U17 Challenge, raising eyebrows for future drafts, while U20 performances from Sweden and Finland are dissected. Plus, the hosts explore the pressure on McKenna to find his footing amid challenging games ahead. Valuable perspectives on upcoming talent enhance the conversation.
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Alexis Joseph As Early 2027 Frontrunner
- Alexis Joseph emerged as the standout at the U17 Challenge, projecting as an early favorite for the 2027 top pick.
- Corey Pronman and others see Joseph's size, skating, and playmaking as a rare, top-tier toolkit.
Nazar Privilov's Rapid Rise
- Nazar Privilov rose quickly in Russia as a dominant goal-per-game junior with size, skill and physicality.
- Pronman ranks him alongside Joseph as an elite top-three talent with legitimate No.1 upside.
NTDP Depth Is Back This Cycle
- The NTDP regained noticeable depth with multiple top prospect centers emerging this year.
- Scott Wheeler expects several NTDP players to be in top-draft conversations next season.