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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
by The Hockey News - December 14, 2012 12:48 PM EST
John Gibson and Team USA left the 2012 World Junior Championship with a sour taste in their mouths. They only managed one win in their four round robin games and found themselves playing in the relegation round for the first time since 1999. Returning to the event this year, Gibson is hungry for better results.
John Gibson and Team USA left the 2012 World Junior Championship with a sour taste in their mouths. They only managed one win in their four round robin games and found themselves playing in the relegation round for the first time since 1999.
by The Hockey News - December 12, 2012 1:56 PM EST
At age 11, Radek Faksa left home to play for HC Ocelari Trinec with the goal of one day stepping on NHL ice. At 17, Faksa joined the OHL's Kitchener Rangers and, after one season there, he was drafted by the Dallas Stars 13th overall. THN's Ryan Kennedy caught up with Faksa, who will soon suit up for the Czechs at the WJC.
From a young age, Radek Faksa has been sacrificing personal comforts to achieve his goal of playing in the NHL. At age 11, he left his hometown of Opava to play for HC Ocelari Trinec and spent the next six years living in a hotel and perfecting his craft with the club.
by The Hockey News - December 11, 2012 9:27 AM EST
This edition of the Puck Panel is dedicated to the prospects from the 2012 draft class who we feel are ready to make the jump to the pros when the labor strife ends.
This edition of the Puck Panel is dedicated to the prospects from the 2012 draft class who we feel are ready to make the jump to the pros when the labor strife ends.
by The Hockey News - December 8, 2012 11:00 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. This week's video focuses on stickhandling and hand-eye coordination.
Since retiring from professional hockey Daniel Tkaczuk has dedicated himself to helping young players develop the skills necessary to succeed on the ice.
by The Hockey News - December 6, 2012 2:13 PM EST
One of the few positives to come out of the NHL lockout debacle is the abundance of talent that will be on display at this year’s World Junior Championship. On this edition of the Puck Panel we look ahead to and breakdown the 2013 tournament.
One of the few positives to come out of the NHL lockout debacle is the abundance of talent that will be on display at this year’s World Junior Championship.
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