"One of the highest honors a junior player can receive is to be named to their home country's World Juniors Championship team. It means you are one of the best junior-level hockey players in your home country, and it is an acknowledgement of all the work you have put into being a hockey player. It is also a good opportunity to boost your stock as a player, as a strong performance against some of the world's best players will leave an impact on fans and scouts alike."
"This season, one Toronto Maple Leafs' prospect set to participate in this year's tournament is Ben Denford. The defenseman was recently invited to Team Canada selection camp and is expected to make the roster. Given how big this tournament is, Denford has sought advice from players who have competed in the event, specifically Leafs teammate Easton Cowan. The two are said to talk daily, and he's helping build Danford's confidence, telling him he will do fine and to bring a championship home."
"Leafs prospect Ben Danford leaning on Easton Cowan as he starts World Juniors journey with 🇨🇦"We talk on almost a daily basis. He was just texting asking how the first days have been ... He said, 'You'll do just fine. Just go make the team & win it all'" https://t.co/sFBzwh7MCa- Mark Masters (@markhmasters) December 15, 2025"
Being named to the World Juniors signifies elite junior status and recognizes dedication. Strong play at the tournament can raise a prospect's draft or professional stock by showcasing performance against top international peers. Ben Danford, a Toronto Maple Leafs prospect, received an invitation to Team Canada selection camp and is expected to make the roster. Danford has leaned on teammate Easton Cowan for daily advice and confidence heading into the event. Danford previously played for Canada at the 2023 Hlinka Gretzky Cup, appearing in five games and contributing shutdown defense en route to a gold medal, providing valuable international experience.
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