December 26, 2012

Why have Canada's goalies faltered?

Why have Canada's goalies faltered?

by Ken Campbell - December 26, 2012 10:25 AM EST

Why have Canada's WJC keepers crumbled when the going has gotten tough in recent tournaments?
The distance between St. John’s, Nfld., and Ufa, Russia is 4,251 miles. Ron Tugnutt can only hope that gulf is wide enough to give Canada’s goalies some breathing room at this year’s world juniors.


Team USA harmonic under Phil

Team USA harmonic under Phil

by Ryan Kennedy - December 26, 2012 10:20 AM EST

USA needed a change after 2012’s debacle. Internationally tested as a player and coach, Phil Housley is just the man to guide the kids.
In 2010, Dean Blais honed the raw emotion of USA’s world junior team into a disciplined laser beam, culminating in a gold medal win in overtime over Canada on enemy soil.

December 24, 2012

World Junior Championship Central

World Junior Championship Central

by The Hockey News - December 24, 2012 9:39 AM EST

THN's WJC Central has each team's roster, the tournament standings and the full schedule and scores.
If you are not automatically redirected, click HERE..

December 23, 2012

VIDEO: One-on-one with New York Rangers defenseman Michael Del Zotto

VIDEO: One-on-one with New York Rangers defenseman Michael Del Zotto

by The Hockey News - December 23, 2012 10:35 AM EST

Michael Del Zotto is coming off a career year with the Rangers and is an integral part of the team’s young and uber-talented defensive core.

THN’s Ken Campbell caught up with Del Zotto in Toronto to discuss returning to North America to rehab his ailing back, his contract status in the face of the lockout and more.
Michael Del Zotto had seven points in nine games with Rapperswil-Jona of the Swiss league before he suffered a back injury that forced him to return to Canada for treatment.

December 22, 2012

VIDEO: Pro Tips, with Daniel Tkaczuk - Passing 1

VIDEO: Pro Tips, with Daniel Tkaczuk - Passing 1

by The Hockey News - December 22, 2012 9:50 AM EST

Since retiring from professional hockey Daniel Tkaczuk has dedicated himself to helping young players develop the skills necessary to succeed on the ice. Last year The Hockey News teamed up with Tkaczuk to create a series of skill development videos and we are back at it again this year.
Since retiring from professional hockey Daniel Tkaczuk has dedicated himself to helping young players develop the skills necessary to succeed on the ice.

December 20, 2012

VIDEO: Top prospect Max Domi focused on Knights' redemption

VIDEO: Top prospect Max Domi focused on Knights' redemption

by The Hockey News - December 20, 2012 11:52 AM EST

Max Domi is no stranger to the spotlight. As the son of former NHLer Tie Domi, Max has faced his fair share of media attention since his days with the Don Mills Flyers. But this year Max wants to keep the focus on his London Knights.
Max Domi is no stranger to the spotlight. As the son of former NHLer Tie Domi, Max has faced his fair share of media attention since his days with the Don Mills Flyers.

December 18, 2012

Grimaldi seeks big role on Team USA

Grimaldi seeks big role on Team USA

by The Hockey News - December 18, 2012 4:45 PM EST

One of the last cuts on last year's team, Rocco Grimaldi hopes to play a big role on this year's American WJC entry.
By Nathan Fournier HAWTHORNE, N.Y. – Rocco Grimaldi, despite his 5-foot-6 stature, was one of the last cuts for the 2011 world junior team as a 17-year-old.


USA's Gaudreau chases Hobey Baker

USA's Gaudreau chases Hobey Baker

by The Hockey News - December 18, 2012 10:30 AM EST

The little American forward will be a big part of their offense at the WJC and is in the running for college hockey's highest honor.
By Nathan Fournier HAWTHORNE, N.Y. – If you walk around Chestnut Hill, Mass., where the campus of Boston College is located, you might find students wearing a “Gaudreaubey Baker” tee-shirt in honor of super sophomore John Gaudreau.

December 17, 2012

VIDEO: THN Puck Panel – Players to watch at 2013 World Junior Championship

VIDEO: THN Puck Panel – Players to watch at 2013 World Junior Championship

by The Hockey News - December 17, 2012 12:20 PM EST

The World Junior Championship is fast approaching and once again the Canadians, Americans and Russians are the frontrunners to capture gold. But even when the top contenders aren’t involved there is plenty of top-notch talent on display, so this Puck Panel looks at those players.
The World Junior Championship is fast approaching and once again the Canadians, Americans and Russians are the frontrunners to capture gold. But even when the top contenders aren’t involved there is plenty of top-notch talent on display in this event, so we thought we would dedicate this edition of the Puck Panel to a few players who make watching some of the other teams worth while.


Seth Jones seeks WJC redemption

Seth Jones seeks WJC redemption

by The Hockey News - December 17, 2012 11:30 AM EST

Seth Jones was injured at the time of last year's event, but he'll be a big piece of this year's USA entry.
By Nathan Fournier HAWTHORNE, N.Y. – Seth Jones is hungry to get on the ice at the IIHF World Junior Championship for Team USA. The 18-year-old Portland Winterhawks defenseman made last year’s team, but an injury in the first exhibition game against Russia forced him to miss the tournament.

December 15, 2012

VIDEO: Pro Tips, with Daniel Tkaczuk - Shooting 3

VIDEO: Pro Tips, with Daniel Tkaczuk - Shooting 3

by The Hockey News - December 15, 2012 11:45 AM EST

On this week's drill tip Daniel Tkaczuk demonstrates a drill that emphasizes shooting with a quick release, while challenging your wrists to gain velocity.
Since retiring from professional hockey Daniel Tkaczuk has dedicated himself to helping young players develop the skills necessary to succeed on the ice.

December 14, 2012

The Excitement List: London hungry for history

The Excitement List: London hungry for history

by Ryan Kennedy - December 14, 2012 1:55 PM EST

As the London Knights set their sights on a winning record, Phil Kessel's sister is dominating the NCAA.
Technically the most buzzed-about teams right now are forming in preparation for the World Junior Championship in Ufa, Russia. But since none of those squads have played a game yet, let’s shine the spotlight on some other real heavy outfits making noise in the hockey world.

Which team will win Game 4 of the Boston-New York series?




"Probably not. Their depth and our play right now...it doesn't look too good."

- Ottawa Senators captain Daniel Alfredsson, when asked if his team could come back from a 3-1 series deficit against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

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