Category Archives: 2011 WJC

This Should Be Fun Part II

The battles being waged in Part I might be the best thing about paying close attention to the U.S. pre-tournament camp, however some of the players I’m most excited to see are the guys I feel have the best chance … Continue reading

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This Should Be Fun Part I

As we covered yesterday, if all goes according to plan and each of Team USA’s six returning forwards is available (Jeremy Morin) and in good form (the rest), there are only going to be seven spots for the taking up … Continue reading

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Tough Decisions on the Blue Line

I cannot stress enough the amount of depth the U.S. system has created for itself over the last half-decade. Every year, the decisions will get harder and the competition tougher. That’s a great problem to have. There were 10 defensemen … Continue reading

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U.S. World Junior Returnees

The final weeks of preparation are upon us for the 2011 IIHF World Junior Championship. Team USA’s camp will begin on Friday, December 17, and the competition is going to be fierce. Twenty-nine players were invited to the camp and … Continue reading

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