Welcome to Scott Wheeler’s 2025 rankings of every NHL organization’s prospects. You can find the complete ranking and more information on the project and its criteria here, as we count down daily from No. 32 to No. 1. The series, which includes in-depth evaluations and insight from sources on nearly 500 prospects, runs from Jan. 8 to Feb. 7.

Here is why the Hurricanes must swing for the fences and trade for J.T. Miller ahead of the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline.

Which NHL teams could turn their top prospects into trade assets? The Jets, Capitals and Maple Leafs are worth watching.