Anaheim Ducks center Roger McQueen, Hockey East Rookie of the Year, dazzles with NHL-ready skill. The 6-foot-5 playmaker combines elite scoring (11 goals, 16 assists) with physicality, projecting as a potential franchise cornerstone. Boston Bruins forward James Hagens, signed to an AHL deal, showcases elite processing and a scoring surge (doubled goals), positioning him as a top-six threat by 2026. Buffalo Sabres defenseman Radim Mrtka, a 6-foot-6 right-hander, offers rare mobility and defensive poise, fitting Buffalo’s blue line needs for the 2027-28 season. Calgary Flames' Zayne Parekh, despite a lost season, retains elite offensive toolkit (107 OHL points) but struggles translating creativity to NHL ice. Carolina Hurricanes winger Bradly Nadeau, 5-foot-10, leverages a deceptive shot (AHL: 0.5 GPG) and two-way growth, though physical limitations persist. Chicago Blackhawks' Anton Frondell, a 6-foot-1 SHL sniper (20 goals in 43 games), blends power and scoring instinct, ready to anchor Chicago’s top six as soon as 2026.