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Aug 2, 2024; Plymouth, MI, USA; USA’s defenceman Lukas Fischer (13) battles for position with Sweden's forward Victor Eklund (18) during the first period of the 2024 World Junior Summer Showcase at USA Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

2025 Draft Prospect Raises Stock at WJC

A 2025 NHL Draft prospect raised his stock after his performance at the World Junior Championship.

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2025 Draft Prospect Raises Stock at WJC

A 2025 NHL Draft prospect raised his stock after his performance at the World Junior Championship.

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Aug 3, 2024; Plymouth, MI, USA; USA’s defenceman Aram Minnetian (17) turns up ice against Canada during the first period of the 2024 World Junior Summer Showcase at USA Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

What to Watch For: 2025 WJC Final

Here's what to watch for in the gold medal matchup of the 2025 World Junior Championship.

Aug 3, 2024; Plymouth, MI, USA; USA’s forward Cole Eiserman (38) controls the puck against Canada during the second period of the 2024 World Junior Summer Showcase at USA Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

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WJC Semifinals Preview and Prediction

The 2025 World Junior Championship semifinals are here and here's what to watch for.

Notre Dame forward Danny Nelson (11) skates with the puck during the Michigan State-Notre Dame NCAA hockey game on Friday, February 02, 2024, at Compton Family Ice Arena in South Bend, Indiana.

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Islanders Prospect Displays Leadership and Scoring at WJC

A New York Islanders prospect is one of the best players at this year's World Junior Championship.

Oct 1, 2024; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Adam Engstrom (42) plays the puck near the blue line against the Ottawa Senators during the second period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

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Three Players Likely to Make NHL Debut This Season

Which three AHL players are likely to make their NHL debuts this season?

Erie Otters defenseman Matthew Schaefer controls the puck against the Sarnia Sting at Erie Insurance Arena in Erie on Oct. 21, 2023.

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Top NHL Draft Prospect Out Multiple Months

A top NHL draft prospect will be out long-term following a successful surgery.

Sep 21, 2024; Buffalo, New York, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Tristan Broz (26) takes a shot on goal during the first period against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

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Pair of Penguins Prospects Impressing in AHL

A pair of Pittsburgh Penguins prospects are impressing in their rookie seasons in the American Hockey League.

Aug 3, 2024; Plymouth, MI, USA; Finland's forward Jesse Kiiskinen (23) pulls the puck between his legs and scores a goal on Sweden's goaltender Marcus Gidlof (1) during the third period of the 2024 World Junior Summer Showcase at USA Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

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WJC Quarterfinals Preview and Predictions

What can you expect from the 2025 World Junior Championship quarterfinals?

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Jets Cutting Ties With Young AHL Forward

The Winnipeg Jets are terminating the contract of another struggling forward prospect.

Erie Otters defenseman Matthew Schaefer, right, clears the puck behind teammate Ben Gaudreau against the Sarnia Sting at Erie Insurance Arena in Erie on Oct. 21, 2023.

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Top 2025 Draft Prospect Out for Remainder of WJC

After suffering a scary looking injury, a top 2025 NHL Draft prospect is out for the remainder of the 2025 World Junior Championship.

Erie Otters defenseman Matthew Schaefer, right, controls the puck against the Kitchener Rangers at Erie Insurance Arena in Erie on Nov. 23, 2024.

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Top 2025 Draft Prospect Suffers Injury at WJC

A premier NHL Draft prospect went down with an injury at the World Junior Championship.

Aug 3, 2024; Plymouth, MI, USA; Canada's forward Tij Iginla (14) sets up in front of USA’s goaltender Hampton Slukynsky (30) during the second period of the 2024 World Junior Summer Showcase at USA Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

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Roster Choices Haunt Canada in Shocking WJC Loss

A shocking loss in group play at the 2025 World Junior Championship revealed several roster holes for Canada.

Jun 28, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Detroit Red Wings draft pick Axel Sandin Pellikka puts on his sweater after being selected with the seventeenth pick in round one of the 2023 NHL Draft at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

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Red Wings Prospect Dominates in Sweden Victory

Sweden earned a huge victory in the first game of the World Junior Championship thanks to the dominating performance of a Detroit Red Wings prospect.

Aug 3, 2024; Plymouth, MI, USA; USA’s goaltender Hampton Slukynsky (30) raises his arms and celebrates the victory over Canada with teammate forward Max Plante (14) during O.T. of the 2024 World Junior Summer Showcase at USA Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

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2025 WJC Prediction: Team USA Claims Repeat Gold

The United States has a chance to repeat as gold medalists at the 2025 World Junior Championship.

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Top 2025 Draft Prospects at WJC

Who are the top five 2025 draft prospects playing at the upcoming World Junior Championship?

Sep 28, 2022; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Denton Mateychuk (5) skates against the Buffalo Sabres in the third period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

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Top Blue Jackets Prospect Expected to Make NHL Debut

The top Columbus Blue Jackets defensive prospect is expected to make his NHL debut.

Apr 11, 2024; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Boston College Eagles forward Ryan Leonard (9) carries the puck in the semifinals of the 2024 Frozen Four college ice hockey tournament during the third period against the Michigan Wolverines at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-Imagn Images

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Capitals Prospect Named Captain of Team USA

A Washington Capitals' prospect was named captain of Team USA for the 2025 World Junior Championships.

Jun 28, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Ivan Demidov is selected with the 5th overall pick of the first round of the 2024 NHL Draft at The Sphere. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

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Canadiens Targeting Key Prospect at Draft

The Montreal Canadiens have already labeled a key target for the upcoming NHL Draft.

Jan 25, 2023; Langley, BC, CANADA; CHL Top Prospects team red defenseman Etienne Morin (5) defends against CHL Top Prospects team white forward Brayden Yager (29) during the first period in the 2023 CHL Top Prospects ice hockey game at Langley Events Centre. Mandatory Credit: Anne-Marie Sorvin-Imagn Images

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Canada Announces Leadership Group for 2025 WJC

Hockey Canada announced the leadership group for their 2025 World Juniors Championship team.

Niagara IceDogs forward Kevin He controls the puck near Erie Otters forward Pano Fimis in the first period of an Ontario Hockey League game at Erie Insurance Arena in Erie on Feb. 14, 2024.

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Jets Prospect Becomes First Chinese-Born Player to Sign ELC

A prospect for the Winnipeg Jets made NHL history when he signed his entry-level contract.

Aug 3, 2024; Plymouth, MI, USA; Canada's goaltender Carson Bjarnason (1) squirts water on a play stoppage against USA during the third period of the 2024 World Junior Summer Showcase at USA Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

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Top 2025 NHL Draft Prospects Lead Canada's WJC Roster

Two of the 2025 NHL Draft's top prospects were named to, and expected to lead, the Canadian World Junior Championship roster at the 2025 tournament.

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Jets Cutting Ties With Forward Prospect

The Winnipeg Jets are have announced a plan to terminate the contract of a 23-year-old prospect.

Jun 27, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Ivan Demidov appears on a red carpet before the start of the 2024 NHL Awards at Fontainebleau Las Vegas. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

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Canadiens Keep Close Tabs on Top Russian Prospect

The Montreal Canadiens are watching every move of their top prospect as he plays in his native Russia.

Coachella Valley forward Luke Henman (10) chases down the puck under pressure from San Jose defenseman Valtteri Pulli (77) during the first period of their game at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, Calif., Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023.

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Sharks Cutting Ties With Defensive Prospect

The San Jose Sharks have agreed to mutually terminate the contract of one of their defensive prospects.

Apr 11, 2024; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Boston College Eagles forward Cutter Gauthier (19) celebrates his goal in the semifinals of the 2024 Frozen Four college ice hockey tournament during the second period against the Michigan Wolverines at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-Imagn Images

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United States Set to Repeat at 2025 World Junior Championships

After the initial rosters were revealed for the 2025 World Junior Championships, the United States is set to repeat as gold medalists.