World Juniors - Mod Warning # 137
- Thread starter Joe Zanussi
- Start date
I agree that USA will be strong this year.
Donato's too old. Have to be born in 97 or later. Hes a 96.
Donato's too old. Have to be born in 97 or later. Hes a 96.
DominicT
Registered User
Lauzon, if he is healthy stands a good chance. He's one of nine d-men invited to camp. Victor Mete is the lone OHL d-man invited and Lauzon is definitely ahead of him IMO. So he'll be battling the boys from the Q and the Dub. Health will be key for Lauzon.
Senyshyn will be in for a tough battle. But I will say this: After the last game between the OHL and the Russians at the super series in which ZS9 scored, Ryan Jankowski (director of player personnel for Hockey Canada and the man who will put the team together) was asked about Senyshyn (not by yours truly *whistles*) when he broke out with a big smile, and then trying to hold back the smile went on to talk about him - basically, he was genuinely happy that Senyshyn scored in Senyshyn fashion.
Jankowski likes him - a lot. But it will be a very tough battle for him.
BruinDust
Registered User
- Aug 2, 2005
- 25,297
- 24,196
Trent Frederic I would imagine if he's healthy.
Joonas Koppanain (sp?) perhaps for the Finns.
I'm really hoping Vlader is in goal for the Czechs.
I'll be in attendance at the bronze and gold medal games. First time ever attending the WJCs so I'm pretty excited.
ODAAT
Registered User
No need to pitch it to this fan Joe, have been fortunate enough to enjoy this event live more than a few times as it`s my favorite tournament, second to none including the Olympics.
Even more fun when there are B`s prospects represented and sure feels like lately it`s happening more and more which is great for the organization
I feel the same way. I look forward to this tourney more than any other. It turns me into a massive geek. Since October, I've been keeping spreadsheets on the prospective players for the top 6 teams (USA, Canada, Russia, Sweden, Finland, Czech), tracking the progress of guys I wouldnt recognize if they stepped on me.
Absoutely the most wonderful time of the year. Did read some articles a while ago that suggested following the young guns team level of excitement at the recent Canada Cup that perhaps we should be sending 20 and under players to the Olympics. It is an very intriguing idea and more in keeping with the long standing practice of a world stage for amateur athletes.
Has the US team been named as yet or is their an idea as to what the team will look like? Do remember other posters suggesting Donato, Frederic and Lingren all as possible candidates.
DKH
Worst Poster/Awful Takes
- Feb 27, 2002
- 76,665
- 57,713
Speaking of Frederic he looks a lot better than Bellows
Frederic being big a good skater and having a defensive base had a good foundation entering college game
Did find the attached article from US hockey, although have no insight on if the author is a reliable source.
He provides some hope for Frederic. Believes MacIvoy and Lingren should be named. Does have an interesting take on the fit for Mac's expected role that might give some B's fans pause. Not a very good opinion on the play of Mr. Bellows this season. Ouch!
http://www.sbncollegehockey.com/usa...2017-world-juniors-team-usa-roster-projection
Last edited:
DominicT
Registered User
DominicT
Registered User
Steen was on the preliminary list just 3 days ago. One of the last cuts.
https://twitter.com/eliteprospects/status/804246348430245888?ref_src=twsrc^tfw
Fossy21
Nobel Prize Deke
- Mar 14, 2013
- 20,262
- 2,343
Yeah, he was in contention. I meant that all projected lineups I have seen had him as one of the cuts or didn't mention him at all.
DominicT
Registered User
The most wonderful time of the year has finally arrived! And oh yeah, Santa thankfully also made his appearance. 
Hope you are able to join in the fun as the World Juniors kicks off with three games on tap for today. Of most interest to the members here would perhaps be USA and Latvia this afternoon at 4:30PM Eastern Time and Canada and Russia at 9PM ET, both from Toronto. The day gets started with Sweden and Denmark at 2PM ET from Montreal.
Maybe should be not looking too far ahead, however the New Year's Eve late afternoon affair featuring Canada and the USA at 4:30 ET from Toronto is one to circle on the calendar. It may well be one of the best, certainly one of the most anticipated, group stage games to be played in the entire tournament. Bruins picks who are expected to be big pieces of their near future will be on display in this one. Perfect way to follow up the Bruins - Sabres matinee game.
From the selection camps, pre tournament exhibition games and comments from the analysis covering them, most see Sweden as the favorite to win. The teams that follow are Canada, USA and Russia who are all capable of also winning it all. The other non-power house nations attending often supply twists to the plot along the way. Plenty of the best available players in the under 20 age group from the 10 nations competing this year. Several are considered to be in the elite category at this stage of their career.
TSN will supply its usual wall to wall coverage in Canada. Not sure what the availability will be in the United States but hope some broadcaster is planning to carry it. Sit back and enjoy game action from the annual tournament that never disappoints. It will provide some of the best game action you may see all year.! Enjoy!
Hope you are able to join in the fun as the World Juniors kicks off with three games on tap for today. Of most interest to the members here would perhaps be USA and Latvia this afternoon at 4:30PM Eastern Time and Canada and Russia at 9PM ET, both from Toronto. The day gets started with Sweden and Denmark at 2PM ET from Montreal.
Maybe should be not looking too far ahead, however the New Year's Eve late afternoon affair featuring Canada and the USA at 4:30 ET from Toronto is one to circle on the calendar. It may well be one of the best, certainly one of the most anticipated, group stage games to be played in the entire tournament. Bruins picks who are expected to be big pieces of their near future will be on display in this one. Perfect way to follow up the Bruins - Sabres matinee game.
From the selection camps, pre tournament exhibition games and comments from the analysis covering them, most see Sweden as the favorite to win. The teams that follow are Canada, USA and Russia who are all capable of also winning it all. The other non-power house nations attending often supply twists to the plot along the way. Plenty of the best available players in the under 20 age group from the 10 nations competing this year. Several are considered to be in the elite category at this stage of their career.
TSN will supply its usual wall to wall coverage in Canada. Not sure what the availability will be in the United States but hope some broadcaster is planning to carry it. Sit back and enjoy game action from the annual tournament that never disappoints. It will provide some of the best game action you may see all year.! Enjoy!
Last edited:
flooredaccord
Registered User
- Apr 30, 2011
- 298
- 42
NHL Network Broadcast Schedule
Date Game Location Time (ET)
Mon., Dec. 26 Latvia vs. USA Air Canada Centre (Toronto) 3:30 p.m.
Finland vs. Czech Republic* Bell Centre (Montreal) 6:00 p.m.
Russia vs. Canada Air Canada Centre 8:00 p.m.
Tues., Dec. 27 Switzerland vs. Czech Republic Bell Centre 1:00 p.m.
Russia vs. Latvia Air Canada Centre 4:00 p.m.
Finland vs. Denmark* Bell Centre 6:30 p.m.
Slovakia vs. Canada Air Canada Centre 8:00 p.m.
Wed., Dec. 28 USA vs. Slovakia Air Canada Centre 7:30 p.m.
Thurs., Dec. 29 USA vs. Russia Air Canada Centre 3:30 p.m.
Sweden vs. Finland* Bell Centre 6:00 p.m.
Canada vs. Latvia Air Canada Centre 8:00 p.m.
Fri., Dec. 30 Denmark vs. Switzerland Bell Centre 5:00 p.m.
Latvia vs. Slovakia Air Canada Centre 7:30 p.m.
Sat., Dec. 31 Canada vs. USA Air Canada Centre 3:30 p.m.
Switzerland vs. Finland* Bell Centre 6:00 p.m.
Slovakia vs. Russia Air Canada Centre 8:00 p.m.
Mon., Jan. 2 Quarterfinal #1 Air Canada Centre 1:00 p.m.
Quarterfinal #3 Bell Centre 5:30 p.m.
Quarterfinal #4 Air Canada Centre 8:00 p.m.
Wed., Jan. 4 Semifinal #1 Bell Centre 3:00 p.m.
Semifinal #2 Bell Centre 7:30 p.m.
Thurs., Jan. 5 Bronze Medal Game Bell Centre 3:30 p.m.
Gold Medal Game Bell Centre 8:00 p.m.
*Indicates game will be joined in-progress on NHL Network
2017 U.S. National Junior Team Roster
No. Name Ht (cm) Wt (kg) Birthdate S/C Hometown Most Recent Team NHL Draft Rights
GOALTENDERS (3)
1 Tyler Parsons 6-0 (185) 186 (84) 9/18/97 L Chesterfield, Mich. London Knights (OHL) CGY (’16, 2nd rd., 54th overall)
30 Jake Oettinger 6-4 (193) 210 (93) 12/18/98 L Lakeville, Minn. Boston University (HEA) 2017 Draft Eligible
31 Joseph Woll 6-3 (191) 202 (92) 7/12/98 L St. Louis, Mo. Boston College (HEA) TOR (’16, 3rd rd., 62nd overall)
DEFENSEMEN (7)
2 Ryan Lindgren 6-0 (183) 208 (94) 2/11/98 L Minneapolis, Minn. University of Minnesota (Big Ten) BOS (’16, 2nd rd., 49th overall)
3 Jack Ahcan 5-7 (170) 184 (83) 5/18/97 L Savage, Minn. St. Cloud State University (NCHC) 2017 Draft Eligible
4 Caleb Jones 6-1 (185) 194 (88) 6/6/97 L Frisco, Texas Portland Winterhawks (WHL) EDM (’15, 4th rd., 117th overall)
6 Casey Fitzgerald 5-11 (180) 187 (85) 2/25/97 R North Reading, Mass. Boston College (HEA) BUF (’16, 3rd rd., 86th overall)
8 Adam Fox 5-10 (178) 187 (85) 2/17/98 R Jericho, N.Y. Harvard University (ECAC Hockey) CGY (’16, 3rd rd., 66th overall)
25 Charlie McAvoy* (A) 6-0 (183) 206 (93) 12/21/97 R Long Beach, N.Y. Boston University (HEA) BOS (’16, 1st rd., 14th overall)
33 Joe Cecconi 6-2 (188) 222 (101) 5/23/97 R Youngstown, N.Y. University of Michigan (Big Ten) DAL (’15, 5th rd., 133rd overall)
FORWARDS (13)
9 Luke Kunin (C) 5-11 (180) 196 (89) 12/04/97 R Chesterfield, Mo. University of Wisconsin (Big Ten) MIN (’16, 1st rd., 15th overall)
10 Tanner Laczynski 6-0 (183) 191 (87) 6/1/97 R Shorewood, Ill. Ohio State University (Big Ten) PHI (’16, 6th rd., 169th overall)
11 Patrick Harper 5-9 (175) 160 (73) 7/29/98 L New Canaan, Conn. Boston University (HEA) NSH (’16, 5th rd., 138th overall)
12 Jordan Greenway 6-5 (196) 230 (104) 2/16/97 L Canton, N.Y. Boston University (HEA) MIN (’15, 2nd rd., 50th overall)
13 Joey Anderson 5-11 (180) 200 (91) 6/19/98 R Roseville, Minn. University of Minnesota Duluth (NCHC) NJ (’16, 3rd rd., 73rd overall)
14 Erik Foley 6-0 (183) 197 (89) 6/30/97 L Mansfield, Mass. Providence College (HEA) WPG (’15, 3rd rd., 78th overall)
17 Jeremy Bracco 5-10 (175) 180 (82) 3/17/97 R Freeport, N.Y. Kitchener Rangers (OHL) TOR (’15, 2nd rd., 61st overall)
18 Colin White* (A) 6-0 (183) 183 (83) 1/30/97 R Hanover, Mass. Boston College (HEA) OTT (’15, 1st rd., 21st overall)
19 Clayton Keller 5-10 (178) 172 (78) 7/29/98 L St. Louis, Mo. Boston University (HEA) ARI (’16, 1st rd., 7th overall)
20 Troy Terry 6-0 (183) 166 (75) 9/10/97 R Highland Ranch, Colo. University of Denver (NCHC) ANA (’15, 5th rd., 148 overall)
23 Kieffer Bellows 6-0 (183) 201 (91) 6/10/98 L Edina, Minn. Boston University (HEA) NYI (’16, 1st rd., 19th overall)
28 Jack Roslovic 6-1 (185) 191 (87) 1/29/97 R Columbus, Ohio Manitoba Moose (AHL) WPG (’15, 1st rd., 25th overall)
29 Tage Thompson 6-5 (196) 200 (91) 10/30/97 R Orange, Conn. University of Connecticut (HEA) STL (’16, 1st rd., 26th overall)
*2016 U.S. National Junior Team bronze medalist
Team Staff:
General Manager: Jim Johannson, Colorado Springs, Colo.
Player Personnel: Ben Smith, Gloucester, Mass.
Player Personnel: Ryan Martin, Novi, Mich.
Head Coach: Bob Motzko, St. Cloud, Minn.
Assistant Coach: Greg Brown, Scituate, Mass.
Assistant Coach: Grant Potulny, Minneapolis, Minn.
Assistant Coach: Kris Mayotte, Pittsburgh, Pa.
Assistant Coach: Steve Miller, Colorado Springs, Colo.
Video Coach: Matt Chapman, Bloomington, Ind.
Team Physician: Dr. Phil Johnson, Horace, N.D.
Athletic Trainer: Jason Hodges, New Baltimore, Mich.
Athletic Trainer: Stan Wong, Boca Raton, Fla.
Equipment Manager: Scott Aldrich, Colorado Springs, Colo.
Equipment Manager: Joe Guilmet, San Diego, Calif.
Communications: Jon Gomez, Colorado Springs, Colo.
USA Hockey, Inc:
President: Jim Smith, Mount Prospect, Ill.
Executive Director: Dave Ogrean, Colorado Springs, Colo.
Assistant Executive Director, Hockey Operations: Jim Johannson, Colorado Springs, Colo.
Vice President and International Council Chair: Gavin Regan, Potsdam, N.Y.
Chairman of the Board: Ron DeGregorio, Salem, N.H.
Senior Direc
DominicT
Registered User
I have every roster, every player, where and whom they were picked by or whether they were undrafted (most are UFA's now) here
https://ohlwriters.me/2016/12/26/fo...-prospects-at-the-world-junior-championships/
If there's a mistake, just let me know. Like Santa I made a list and checked it twice. Was a lot of work
https://ohlwriters.me/2016/12/26/fo...-prospects-at-the-world-junior-championships/
If there's a mistake, just let me know. Like Santa I made a list and checked it twice. Was a lot of work
flooredaccord
Registered User
- Apr 30, 2011
- 298
- 42
lot more time went into your list. I just copied mine from the website
22Brad Park
Registered User
Cannot wait to watch this 16 yr old Dahlin kid on backend for Sweden.Playing in mens league for Frolunda already .
Last edited:
