Overview
- Group play begins today in Saint Paul and Minneapolis, with USA vs. Germany and Canada vs. Czechia highlighting the opening slate.
- The tournament runs Dec. 26–Jan. 5 across Grand Casino Arena and 3M Arena, featuring 10 teams in two groups with the top four from each advancing to the quarterfinals.
- U.S. viewers can watch on NHL Network or stream on Fubo, while Canadian audiences have full coverage on TSN and the TSN.ca/app.
- Canada’s lineup includes Calgary Flames prospects Zayne Parekh and Cole Reschny, with NHL‑loaned forward Michael Misa joining the attack under Martone’s captaincy.
- Top prospects to watch include Gavin McKenna, Ivar Stenberg, James Hagens and U.S. defenseman Cole Hutson, as the American crease features a competition between Nick Kempf and Caleb Heil.