Are you looking to dominate the NHL 24 scouting game and find those hidden gems in the draft? Scouting is a crucial part of building a successful team, and with the right strategies, you can unearth talented players to bolster your roster. You've come to the right place. In this guide, we will take you through the process of scouting in NHL 24, focusing on how to identify draft steals.

 

• Accessing the Scouting Menu
• Managing Your Scouts
• Sorting Your Scouts
• Identifying Top Scouts
• Hiring Additional Scouts
• Choosing Scout Regions
• Hiring Scouts with High Accuracy
• Monitoring Your Scouts
• Scouting the Draft Class
• The NHL Entry Draft

 

↖ Accessing the Scouting Menu

The first step to effective scouting is accessing the scouting menu in NHL 24. Here's how you can do it:

• Go to Team Management.
• Select Trade and Improve.
• Choose Assign Scout.

 

↖ Managing Your Scouts

Before diving into the scouting process, you need to manage your existing scouts. This step is crucial, especially if you have Fog of War turned off. Here's what you should do:

• Fog of War Off: If you have Fog of War turned off, it's recommended to get rid of all your Pro Scouts. They are not necessary for effective scouting. So, go ahead and fire all of your Pro Scouts to free up room for amateur scouts.
• Fog of War On: If you are playing with Fog of War enabled, it's best to keep around four scouts, as the game's initial scout allocation may not be ideal. However, assess their potential accuracy in regions before making any decisions.

 

↖ Sorting Your Scouts

After filtering out Pro Scouts or keeping a few as necessary, it's time to sort your scouts by their type (amateur). This will help streamline your scouting efforts.

 

↖ Identifying Top Scouts

Now, it's time to identify your top scouts. You'll want to focus on scouts with A+ accuracy in regions that are important for your team. Here's how to do it:

• Check the overall accuracy of each scout.
• Keep scouts with A or A+ ratings in the regions you want to focus on.
• Pay attention to their preferred regions and adjust them to maximize their effectiveness.

 

↖ Hiring Additional Scouts

The number of scouts you hire depends on your preference and the settings you play on. If you have Fog of War turned off, it's recommended to hire 20 amateur scouts. If you're playing with Fog of War, you may need to make some adjustments based on your roster and team needs.

 

↖ Choosing Scout Regions

Selecting the right regions for your scouts is essential. Here are the recommended regions for scouting:

• CHL: Assign two scouts to each CHL region (WHL, OHL, QMJHL).
• USA: Assign two scouts to each of the three USA regions (West, Central, East).
• Europe: Assign scouts to DEL (German League), Extraliga (Czech League), and two in Russia.
• Nordic: Assign two scouts in SHL and two in Liiga.

Ensure that the regions align with your team's focus and needs.

 

↖ Hiring Scouts with High Accuracy

When hiring scouts, aim to find scouts with A+ accuracy in the regions you've chosen. It's essential to have highly accurate scouts to maximize the effectiveness of your scouting efforts. Pay close attention to the salary offered, but don't lowball the scouts. They will typically accept offers within a reasonable range.

 

↖ Monitoring Your Scouts

After hiring your scouts, keep an eye on their placement. The game's logic for assigning scouts to regions isn't always optimal. Make sure each scout is in the correct region with the best accuracy.

 

↖ Scouting the Draft Class

As the scouting season progresses, your scouts will gather information on the upcoming draft class. Check your scouting reports and keep an eye on players with high potential.

• Look for gems in the draft class by sorting players by "Gems" or "Potential."
• Pay attention to potential values like Medium Elite or High Elite.
• Consider taking a chance on players with X-Factor traits when deciding between prospects.

 

↖ The NHL Entry Draft

The culmination of your scouting efforts is the NHL Entry Draft. Here, you'll make selections based on the information your scouts have gathered. Be sure to pick players with the potential to fill gaps in your team's roster.

• Take calculated risks on players with high potential, even if they're not highly rated.
• Consider NHL readiness and roles in your decisions.
• Remember that later draft picks can still yield valuable prospects.

 

Conclusion:

Scouting is a vital component of building a competitive team in NHL 24. By following the strategies outlined in this guide, you can maximize your chances of finding draft steals and developing a winning franchise. With the right scouting team and diligent player evaluation, you'll be well on your way to NHL glory.