On this episode of The Hockey News On The 'A' Podcast with Jacob Stoller and Patrick Williams: - The NHL and CHL extended their transfer agreement last summer through June 30, 2029, multiple sources confirmed to The Hockey News. But exceptions allow for a player to get a two-week conditioning stint in the AHL if they are scratched at least five games in a row. The Seattle Kraken did this with Shane Wright, but what does the NHL/CHL transfer agreement mean in general for the AHL? - Joel Hofer is the prospect of the week. The goalie for the St. Louis Blues AHL affiliate Springfield Thunderbirds has a 2.49 goals-against average and .920 save percentage in 12 games, posting a 4-6-4 record. - The Colorado Avalanche are the team of the week. Who are the top prospects putting up the points for the AHL Colorado Eagles?