Category Archives: U.S. National Teams

2012 U.S. WJC Camp: Forwards

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Chris Peters

Earlier today, we took a look at the goaltenders and defenseman named to the U.S. National Junior Team’s preliminary roster. Now it’s time to look at each of the 17 forwards. Goaltending and the top-six forwards are the biggest strengths … Continue reading →

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2012 U.S. WJC Camp: Goalies & Defensemen

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Chris Peters

Monday evening, the U.S. National Junior Team picture began to take shape when USA Hockey unveiled its 29-player preliminary roster. Those 29 Americans will compete for 22 roster spots in Team USA’s pre-tournament camp in Camrose, Alberta, Dec. 17-23. The … Continue reading →

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Initial Thoughts on 2012 U.S. National Junior Team Preliminary Roster

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Chris Peters

Well, the preliminary roster for the U.S. National Junior Team has been announced. There are plenty of intriguing names on it. Many expected, several not, and that’s what makes it fun. The picture begins to become more clear what the … Continue reading →

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2012 U.S. World Junior Camp: What We’ll Learn Tonight

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Chris Peters

***Got a specific question about Team USA, one of the candidates or the World Juniors in general? All day today (Dec. 5), I’ll be answering your questions on Twitter. So make sure to tweet your questions to @chrismpeters and I’ll … Continue reading →

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USofH on The Air: The Pipeline Show — 2012 WJC and Team USA Talk

Posted on December 3, 2011 by Chris Peters

Saturday at noon ET, I’ll be joining Dean Millard and Guy Flaming on The Pipeline Show. We’ll chat about the 2012 IIHF World Junior Championship and particularly who might be part of Team USA’s plans. You can listen live right … Continue reading →

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U.S. World Junior Spotlight: Brandon Saad [UPDATED]

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Chris Peters

Brandon Saad — Left Wing Hometown: Gibsonia, Pa.  Birthdate: October 27, 1992 Height/Weight: 6’2″/206 Current Team: Saginaw Spirit (OHL) NHL Rights: Chicago Blackhawks (2nd Rd., 43rd Overall, 2011) National Team Experience: U.S. National Under-17 Team (2009 U17 Challenge), National Team Development Program (2009-10), U.S. Men’s National … Continue reading →

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U.S. World Junior Camp: Roster Speculatin’

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Chris Peters

Hockey Canada unveiled the roster for its World Junior selection camp Monday. USA Hockey’s roster unveiling should be right around the corner, so there’s really no better time to start some innocent speculation, am I right? This year, the U.S. … Continue reading →

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U.S. World Junior Spotlight: Seth Jones

Posted on November 29, 2011 by Chris Peters

Seth Jones — Defense Hometown: Plano, Texas  Birthdate: October 3, 1994 Height/Weight: 6’3″/201 Current Team: U.S. National Under-18 Team (NTDP) NHL Rights: Draft Eligible in 2013 National Team Experience: National Team Development Program (2010-present), U.S. Men’s National Under-18 Team (gold, 2011) Despite turning 17 less … Continue reading →

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U.S. World Junior Spotlight: Nick Bjugstad

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Chris Peters

Nick Bjugstad — Center Hometown: Blaine, Minn.  Birthdate: July 17, 1992 Height/Weight: 6’5″/211 Current Team: University of Minnesota (WCHA) NHL Rights: Florida Panthers (1st Rd., 19th overall, 2010) National Team Experience: U.S. Under-17 Select Team (2008), U.S. Under-18 Select Team (2009), U.S. National Under-18 Team (Four … Continue reading →

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U.S. World Junior Spotlight: Justin Faulk

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Chris Peters

Justin Faulk — Defenseman Hometown: South St. Paul, Minn.   Birthdate: March 20, 1992 Height/Weight: 6’0″/205 Current Team: Carolina Hurricanes (NHL) NHL Rights: Carolina Hurricanes (2nd Rd., 37th overall, 2010) National Team Experience: U.S. Under-17 Select Team (2008), National Team Development Program (2008-10), U.S. Men’s National Under-18 … Continue reading →

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