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Smart. Smooth. NHL Ready. Logan Hensler is Built for the Modern Game By TheProspectDon At just 18 years old, Logan Hensler has carved out a key role on a veteran-heavy Wisconsin Badgers blueline. The freshman
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Matthew Schaefer: The Future of NHL Blue Lines Matthew Schaefer is, without a doubt, one of the most exciting prospects heading into the 2025 NHL Draft. At 6’2″ and 175 pounds, he combines elite skating,
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