Here are three of the top teams so far in the USHL (United States Hockey League) 2025-26 season:
1. Lincoln Stars
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- The Lincoln Stars were the regular-season champions in 2024-25, finishing with 91 points. Wikipedia+2hockeydb.com+2
- They continue to be a strong contender thanks to a deep roster and solid goaltending.
- If you’re looking to follow a top team, they’re one to watch.
2. Youngstown Phantoms
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- The Youngstown Phantoms led the Eastern Conference in the 2024-25 regular season with 86 points. Wikipedia
- They’ve shown consistent performance and should remain near the top this year.
3. Dubuque Fighting Saints
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- Dubuque finished right behind Youngstown in the East in 2024-25, with 85 points. Wikipedia
- They continue to be a competitive team with high upside.
Here are three of the top players in the USHL right now — young talent, high production, and big-time prospects:
1. Will Zellers (Forward, Green Bay Gamblers)
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- In the 2024-25 season he led the league in goals with 44 and posted 71 points, ranking third overall in scoring. Wikipedia+2Elite Prospects+2
- He was named USHL Player of the Year and Forward of the Year. Wikipedia
- His combination of finishing ability and production makes him a standout among league forwards.
2. Ryker Lee (Forward, Madison Capitols)
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- As a rookie, he scored 31 goals and had 68 points in 58 games in 2024-25, ranking fourth among all USHL skaters in both categories. ushl.com+1
- He was named USHL Rookie of the Year. Wikipedia+1
- He’s highly regarded as a top incoming prospect, showing strong offensive instincts and skating ability.
3. Václav Nestrašil (Forward, Muskegon Lumberjacks)
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- He stood out in the 2024-25 season with 19 goals and 23 assists in the regular season, and added strong playoff production: 7 goals and 6 assists in 14 games. Wikipedia
- Drafted 25th overall in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, so scouts clearly see his upside. Wikipedia+1
- He brings size (6’6”) and offensive skill — a unique combination for this level.
