Overview
- Hockey Canada is running a 27-player camp with NHL loans from the Sharks, Flames and Penguins, with final cuts due Dec. 22–24 before the Dec. 26 tournament start in Minnesota.
- Calgary’s Zayne Parekh is expected to be a top defenseman for Canada and to quarterback the power play, while fellow Flame Cole Reschny projects for a depth and checking role despite strong NCAA production.
- Montreal Canadiens prospect Michael Hage is driving No. 1-ranked Michigan’s offense and is viewed as a candidate for a prominent assignment with Canada depending on roster availability.
- Winnipeg Jets prospects Alfons Freij and Sascha Boumedienne are expected to be key pieces of Sweden’s blue line, underscoring cross‑national representation from Canadian NHL organizations.
- Toronto Maple Leafs defense prospect Ben Danford is projected as a physical shutdown option likely to draw difficult matchups for Canada.