The World Junior Summer Showcase is taking place in Minneapolis, gathering under-20 hockey prospects from the United States, Canada, Finland, and Sweden. This event runs from Sunday to August 2 and serves as the first step in selecting teams for the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship, to be held in Saint Paul and Minneapolis. Canada's roster is particularly strong, featuring 23 first-round NHL draft picks and promising talents like Gavin McKenna, anticipated to be the top pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. Returning players include those who previously competed in the 2025 WJC.
A gathering of four countries consisting of many of the best under-20 hockey prospects convenes in Minneapolis this week for the World Junior Summer Showcase.
Players from the United States, Canada, Finland, and Sweden will participate in practices and games as part of the selection process for the 2026 WJC.
Canada’s roster includes 23 players who were first-round NHL draft picks and features notable prospects like Gavin McKenna, the projected No. 1 pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.
Several players among Canada's invitees are ranked highly in upcoming NHL drafts, showcasing a strong talent pool for the World Junior Championship.
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