NHL’s Hidden Gems: Discover the Explosive Prospects Ready to Dominate Each Team’s Future!
Utah Mammoth
Daniil But, LW
But, drafted No. 12 in 2023, has had an auspicious transition to North America. The hulking 6-foot-6 winger was producing at a near-point-per-game clip in the AHL, which has recently earned him a call-up. But hasn’t looked out of place in Utah’s top six, flashing exciting hands and skill, while registering one point in seven games. — Harman Dayal
Vancouver Canucks
Braeden Cootes, C
The Canucks’ first-round pick at the 2025 draft, Cootes’ scoring rate has taken a step forward in his draft-plus-one campaign in the WHL, and he was recently named to Team Canada’s U20 training camp (where he’s expected to make the World Junior team as an 18-year-old). Cootes is skilled and fast, has mature details in his game and brings leadership qualities to boot. He’s clearly on the fast track and trending toward being a full-time NHL player as a teenager as soon as next season. — Thomas Drance
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