Category Archives: NHL Draft

The U.S. Has Another Title to Defend This Week

Posted on December 28, 2010 by Chris Peters

While the World Juniors rightfully gets all the headlines, there is another major international tournament about to kick off this week. The 2011 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge gets underway officially tomorrow after each team gets an exhibition game tonight. The … Continue reading →

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Morin, Nelson Injured and Evening Links

Posted on December 27, 2010 by Chris Peters

We can take the news as positive that Jeremy Morin and Brock Nelson are now listed by Team USA as day-to-day, as tweeted by Bob McKenzie. After TSN reported that Morin may have been lost for the tournament, it appeared … Continue reading →

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Your Questions Answered… and LINKS!

Posted on December 22, 2010 by Chris Peters

Now that Team USA’s roster has been finalized, excitement is starting to build for the 2011 IIHF World Junior Championship. This is going to be an outstanding tournament with plenty of twists and turns to keep everyone locked in. I … Continue reading →

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The Defenders of Gold

Posted on December 22, 2010 by Chris Peters

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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This Should Be Fun Part II

Posted on December 16, 2010 by Chris Peters

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

Posted on December 16, 2010 by Chris Peters

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

Posted on December 15, 2010 by Chris Peters

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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