Called Up: The Hockey Prospects Podcast

As the college hockey season wraps up, we look at the biggest storyline of the year: Gavin McKenna's one (and likely only) season in the NCAA at Penn State. Chris and Cam discuss the many, many facets of McKenna's decision including if he made the right call to go to Penn State, if the team's investment in him paid off and what's next for the player. Additionally, Chris and Cam discuss a new proposed NCAA rule that could throw everything in this ever-changing landscape into further flux. Plus, Chris shares some thoughts from a trip to Brantford to see arguably the best team in junior hockey -- the OHL's Brantford Bulldogs. Don't miss our regular segments including Beyond Belief and You Have To Pick One as Cam rubs it in that he is in Las Vegas and Chris is not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2026 NCAA Men's Frozen Four is here and there's a lot to talk about. Chris and Cam take a look at Michigan, Denver, North Dakota and Wisconsin who will compete for the national championship in Las Vegas. Who will win? The hosts don't agree. Also on this week's episode: Ryan Lin commits to Denver, Mercyhurst drops their men's hockey program and more college hockey notes. Chris and Cam also take a look at the CHL Playoffs including Kelowna's hot start in the WHL, Flint making OHL history and the favorites rolling in the QMJHL. Don't miss our regular segments including Beyond Belief and You Have To Pick One! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Chris and Cam break down the surprising decision by the Boston Bruins to start their top prospect in the AHL as opposed to getting him under NHL contract right away. The two also discuss the potential benefits and risks of the decision and why players are getting their way more often than not. Elsewhere, the Called Up hosts break down some of the players and series to watch as the playoffs begin in the OHL, QMJHL and WHL. Find out which players can really prove themselves and which first-round matchups bring the most intrigue. Cam and Chris also talk about the rule allowing 19-year-olds to come into the AHL starting next season as the NHL modifies its transfer agreement with the CHL. There is a lot to break down. Lastly, don't miss our regular segments including Beyond Belief and You Have To Pick One. On another note, Chris shares a heartfelt tribute to the late Jessi Pierce and her three children who tragically died in a fire. If you would like to help the family navigate this tragic loss of Jessi, Hudson, Cayden And Avery, consider donating here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From the sterling NHL debut of Cole Hutson, to the latest outlook on the NCAA Men's Hockey tournament to an NHL Draft stock watch, Chris and Cam cover a lot of ground on Called Up this week. Find out their thoughts on the Hobey Top 10, the NCAA tournament bubble, who is up and who is down for the NHL Draft and much, much more, including our Beyond Belief segment and You Have To Pick One. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's episode is jam-packed as Chris and Cam explore the biggest needs for the NHL's five lowest teams in the standings including the Vancouver Canucks, Calgary Flames, Chicago Blackhawks, New York Rangers and St. Louis Blues, including which prospect might match up best with them this year. Plus, the Called Up hosts chat about the latest in Gavin McKenna's late-season surge at Penn State, the returns of numerous NHL Draft eligibles from injury and learn a bit more about the OHL's next potential Exceptional Status player. In our weekly Beyond Belief segment, Chris and Cam go back and forth about Ottawa getting their first-round pick back, Ryan Lin's draft stock, exceptional status in the CHL and where the Ruck twins will land. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Called Up is back this week with a very quick look at the NHL Trade Deadline including prospects that did move, prospects that didn't and how the value of draft picks seems to have changed. Chris and Cam also dive into the college hockey season that is about to wrap up, with thoughts on the wide-open Hobey Baker race, a weak NCAA free agent class, the big-time recruits to keep an eye out for and more. The two also take a look at some of the latest big news in the NHL Draft world with a look at Ethan Belchetz's injury, when and if Xavier Villeneuve will be back and what Ryan Lin can do now that he's healthy. Plus, stick around for the regular segments including Beyond Belief and You Have To Pick one where Chris and Cam debate whether they'd rather trade for a first-round pick or two second-round picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Olympics are over, but we're not done talking about the best hockey tournament we've ever seen. Chris and Cam speak about what was learned during the tournament about Team USA, Canada and much more. They break down the Jack Hughes goal, the Nathan MacKinnon and Devon Toews chances and Connor Hellebuyck's historic performance. Plus thoughts on Macklin Celebrini's epic Olympic performance, other young players in Milan and so much more. Plus, the boys turn to the 2026 NHL Draft season following Gavin McKenna's eight-point night and 10-point weekend, the continued scoring tear of Ivar Stenberg and the recent WHL Top Prospects Game. Finally, don't miss our regular segments when we discuss what's Beyond Belief and a special Olympics "You Have To Pick One" Which Connor are you taking? McDavid or Hellebuyck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2026 Olympics are here! Cam and Chris share their thoughts on the opening games of the games in Milan including Macklin Celebrini's tremendous debut with Canada. The duo also chats about top performers at the Olympics including Juraj Slafkovsky and other youngsters like Dalibor Dvorsky, Damian Clara and many more. Cam and Chris also break down how big of an impact Alberts Smits could have on Team Latvia. Outside of the Olympics, Gavin McKenna is set to return to Penn State's lineup for the first time since facing charges for an alleged altercation. Maddox Schultz had his breakout moment as a 15-year-old in the WHL. Plus, don't miss Beyond Belief and You Have To Pick One as Chris and Cam debate what they'd rather build a team around, Canada's forwards or USA's defense and goaltending. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Cam discuss the latest turn in Gavin McKenna's draft season as the Penn State freshman is facing criminal charges. The duo discuss how this does or doesn't impact McKenna's draft stock, while also examining the implications and discuss prior incidents and how this may be similar or different. Additionally, Called Up dives into the New York Rangers trade with the Los Angeles Kings for Artemi Panarin and prospect Liam Greentree, who went to NYR. Lastly, Chris and Cam make time for Olympics talk., discussing what Team Canada and Team USA need to do to win gold, as well as a few other darkhorse teams that could play spoiler against the North American titans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NHL Draft is a hot topic as Chris and Cam review the latest scout poll from Cam at EliteProspects and what can be learned from it. The duo also discusses some recent college hockey expansion news that was too good to be true and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Cam are breaking down the EliteProspects midseason draft rankings including Ivar Stenberg ascending to No. 1 on their list. Additionally, the duo talks about how Stenberg has risen, debate the position of Xavier Villeneuve and examine some of the other areas of interest on the list. The co-hosts also chat about the NHL Draft prospects currently in the NCAA, checking in on their progress including Gavin McKenna, Keaton Verhoeff, Ilia Morozov, Tynan Lawrence, Adam Valentini and more. Don't miss our regular segments including Beyond Belief which touch on Caleb Malhotra vs. Tynan Lawrence, the lack of physicality in this class, trade value of draft picks vs. prospects and the value of 2026 picks vs. 2027 picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Cam are back and have many thoughts on NHL Central Scouting's Midterm Rankings. The duo examines the rise of Viggo Björck and the biggest surprises on Central's list. Plus, Chris and Cam react to the NHL Draft being held in Buffalo, the continuation of the decentralized draft and more. Chris also offers a report from the Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects game with a focus on Nikita Klepov, Adam Novotny and Ethan Belchetz. Don't miss the regular Beyond Belief and You Have To Pick One segments that covers 2026 NHL Draft topics such as Russian players, the goalie crop, the top defensemen in the draft and much, much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Cam are back from the World Juniors with a lot of thoughts when it comes to how things finished. The duo breaks down Sweden's big win, Canada's third straight loss to the Czechs in the playoff round, USA's disappointing exit and much more. Plus, you won't want to miss the discussion when Chris and Cam break down the big debate between Ivar Stenberg and Gavin McKenna that has come out of the NHL Draft. Plus a look at all of the other players who were NHL Draft eligible at the WJC with a quick stock watch. There's a ton of ground covered in this episode, so don't miss it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Cam are broadcasting live from the Bold North Breakaway Fan Fest at the World Junior Championship in St. Paul, Minn. The duo talk about who has impressed, who hasn't and how the draft-eligibles are doing. Chris and Cam also revisit their pre-tournament predictions and decide whether or not they will make changes. Spoiler Alert: They did. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The essential podcast to prepare you for the 2026 World Junior Championship is here as Chris Peters and Cam Robinson go team-by-team to get you ready. You'll hear a lot about USA's three-peat chances, Canada's drought busters, Sweden's loaded forward group, Czechia's top D corps and so much more. Chris and Cam also dish on their predictions for top forward, goalie and defenseman, as well as tournament MVP. Meanwhile, they also give their medal finish predictions. Just in time for the holidays, enjoy this one! This preview special is presented by the 2026 World Juniors and Minnesota Sports and Events. Get your tickets today! Visit WorldJuniorsMN26.com for more details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices