Scouting Reports
QMJHL Announces Pause Until Jan. 3
Posted on November 30, 2020
The Quebec Major Junior Hockey League announced that the league is pausing its activities through January 3. Teams were informed of the decision earlier on Monday. “The current situation with the pandemic in the regions in which we operate makes it extremely difficult to play games,” said QMJHL Commissioner Gilles Courteau. “With the Holidays just…
NAHL: Johnstown Tomahawks vs New Jersey Titans
Posted on November 30, 2020
Johnstown Tomahawks (6-2-2) vs New Jersey Titans (4-5-1) November 29, 2020; Final Score: Johnstown Tomahawks – 3 New Jersey Titans – 2 (SO) On Sunday, November 29th, Neutral Zone observed the matchup between the Johnstown Tomahawks and the New Jersey Titans. This was the third of fourteen games played between the two teams. The Johnstown Tomahawks…
NAHL Goalie of the Month, November
Posted on November 30, 2020
NAHL Goalie of the Month (November) Graham Burke #32 (G, L, 5’11”, 145, Lone Star Brahmas, 01/29/2001) – Burke was no less than stellar in the month of November for the Lonestar Brahmas. The first-year goaltender posted a record of 6-2-0 with a 2.13 GAA and a .919 SV%, and is a large part of…
USHL: Chicago vs Green Bay
Posted on November 29, 2020
Neutral Zone was watching online on Friday, November 25th, as the Chicago Steel took on the Green Bay Gamblers at the Resch Center in Green Bay. The Gamblers came out hot to start the game, using their speed and skill to put the Steel on their heels early. Green Bay was able to put the…
Avon Old Farms vs Salisbury Weekend Scrimmage: Top 10
Posted on November 29, 2020
Recently, we sat down to watch a Saturday matinee between two storied CT prep programs: Avon Old Farms and Salisbury. Avon Old Farms came out on top in this game with a 5-3 victory, which ended up being career win number 800 in the remarkable career of Coach John Gardner. Avon came out hot and…
USHL: Des Moines, Sioux Falls, NTDP 17, Chicago
Posted on November 28, 2020
Neutral Zone watched two games consisting of the USHL. Both were close games with the Chicago Steel giving the best outing. Below is a list of players and their evaluations based solely on this specific event. Des Moines Buccaneers Lucas Mercuri #7 (F, R, 6’3″, 192, Des Moines Buccaneers, 03/07/2002, UMass Amherst) – Skilled on…
USPHL NCDC Goalie Reports (10/26/20 – 11/2/20)
Posted on November 28, 2020
Below are out second set of reports on the goalies in the USPHL NCDC. A couple really young netminders with huge long term potential mixed with a few veteran goaltenders who are looking to secure a college commitment. Each team played at least once this week with the exception of the Jr Bruins, Advantage, Jr…
Team Canada Shuts Down World Junior Camp
Posted on November 27, 2020
Hockey Canada was forced to shut down its World Junior Selection Camp after two players reportedly tested positive for COVID-19. Canada confirmed that all players had entered a quarantine until Dec. 6 with all hockey activities paused until then. “Hockey Canada has confirmed that all players, coaches and staff are considered close contacts and are…
NAHL: Goalie Reports 11/19-11/22
Posted on November 27, 2020
NAHL Goalie Report; 11/19-11/22 Another big weekend for the NAHL despite the recent lockdowns the league was able to have 13 games for Neutral Zone goalie scouts to cover. This weekend featured some big matchups and allowed us to see some more progression from goalies heading into the end of the month. Below are the…
USHL: Dubuque vs Des Moines
Posted on November 27, 2020
NZ was watching online as the Dubuque Fighting Saints took on the Des Moines Buccaneers on Monday, November 23rd. Dubuque came out hot as they took an early lead less than two minutes into the game. They followed this up with two more consecutive goals, putting the Buccaneers on their heels and taking a 3-0…
