Canada has announced its training camp roster for the 2026 World Junior Hockey Championship. This event is set to take place from December 26 to January 5, with venues in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Training Camp Roster Details
The roster unveiled on Monday includes a total of 27 players: 15 forwards, 9 defencemen, and 3 goaltenders. Canada aims to finalize its squad ahead of the tournament.
Notable Players
Among the chosen players are several promising talents expected to be top picks in the upcoming NHL Draft. Key players include:
- Gavin McKenna (Forward)
- Keaton Verhoeff (Defenceman)
- Jett Luchanko (Forward)
- Porter Martone (Forward)
- Cole Beaudoin (Forward)
- Carter George (Goaltender)
- Jack Ivankovic (Goaltender)
Additionally, three players from the NHL are included in the roster:
- Zayne Parekh (Calgary Flames, Defenceman)
- Michael Misa (San Jose Sharks, Forward)
- Harrison Brunicke (Pittsburgh Penguins, Defenceman)
Pre-Tournament Games
Prior to the main event, Canada will face Sweden in two pre-tournament games. These matches are scheduled for December 17 in Kitchener and December 20 in London, Ontario.
Looking Ahead
This year’s tournament marks an important opportunity for Canada. The team hopes to improve upon its previous performances, having been eliminated in the quarterfinals for the past two years.
Fans eagerly await the upcoming championship as Canada prepares to showcase its talent and compete for gold once again.
