Category Archives: American Prospects

The Defenders of Gold

Here it is: Your final roster for the 2011 U.S. National Junior Team. These 22 players are charged with defending the gold medal on home soil. The Goaltenders: Jack Campbell – A hero in the gold-medal game, Campbell will have … Continue reading

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Last Chance to Impress

With the U.S. National Junior Team roster announcement looming, tonight’s contest is a big one for several players. Many of the decisions have undoubtedly been made for who’s going to Buffalo, but for those last few spots, the battle is … Continue reading

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Random Observations on a Tuesday

There have been several interesting stories over the course of the last 24 hours involving the World Junior Championship, so I figured it was time to weigh in on a couple of items: Before we get into anything else, there … Continue reading

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World Juniors Post-Lunch Links

Nobody likes Mondays, but everybody loves links. Here’s some of the latest news about the World Juniors: Just a reminder: Team USA’s final roster will be unveiled on USA Hockey’s Facebook page. So you might want to “Like” it. Sounds … Continue reading

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About Last Night and Other Notes

If you hadn’t heard yet, the team made up of U.S. National Junior Team hopefuls lost to RPI, 4-3, in a 12-round shootout last night. Some people might be wondering what to make of this. I say, it really doesn’t matter. … Continue reading

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Morin’s WJC Clock Starts Now

This isn’t exactly news. I think everyone kind of assumed this was going to happen. As of right now, it sounds like all of Team USA’s hopefuls have checked in at camp. Everyone, but Jeremy Morin. Alex Clark, the PR … Continue reading

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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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