After claiming two victories in the 2025 World Junior Championship (WJC), Slovakia looks to build off that at this year’s tournament in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They will face an uphill battle,…
After the gold medal has been handed out and the winning team has had time to celebrate, the IIHF directorate concludes the World Junior Championship by announcing its selections for…
The 2026 World Junior Championship (WJC) is set to take place beginning on Dec. 26, with games running through Jan. 5. The tournament takes place in Minnesota this year, but…
Team Canada had two pre-tournament World Junior Championship games against Sweden in Ontario, which concluded last Saturday. They didn’t count for anything, but it gave the players a chance to…
The 2026 World Junior Championship marks the 50th anniversary of the tournament. Beginning as a way to capitalize on the growing global talent base, the invitational tournament became one of…
With the 2026 NHL Draft scouting season well-under way and scouts tuning into every league and major showcases, none are bigger than the World Junior Championship. Every year, there are…
The World Junior Championship is a short tournament, so any advantage can be the difference between competing for a medal and going home early. One of the easiest ways to…
Now that most national teams have submitted their final rosters for the 2026 World Junior Championship, it’s time to take a look at all the prospects competing in this year’s…
It’s been a whirlwind of a calendar year for New Jersey Devils‘ defenseman Simon Nemec. From being sent down to the American Hockey League (AHL), to becoming an overtime Stanley…
As San Jose Sharks rookie forward Michael Misa completes his return from injury, the team has chosen to send him to Team Canada to play in the World Junior Championship.…