Each week, this column will highlight NHL prospect and 2019 draft-eligible player news, with a close eye on U.S. men's college hockey, and share some thoughts from recent prospect viewings as we look ahead to June's 2019 NHL draft.
The college hockey world turns its attention to Boston on Monday for the 67th Beanpot final, featuring defending champion Northeastern and Boston College.
Northeastern is seeking its first back-to-back Beanpots since 1984-85, when the Huskies topped Boston University in consecutive years. To do it, they'll be looking to Vancouver Canucks draft pick Tyler Madden, who is tied for the team's scoring lead as a freshman, and goaltender Cayden Primeau (Montreal Canadiens) to be the catalysts.