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Canada Names Final Roster for 2024 World Junior Championship

Originally posted on NHL Trade Talk | Last updated Dec 14, 2023 12:09 AM ET

Hockey Canada’s management group has unveiled the 22-player roster set to represent the country at the upcoming 2024 World Junior Hockey Championship in Gothenburg, Sweden. The roster comprises 12 forwards, seven defensemen, and three goaltenders, showcasing a mix of seasoned and emerging talent.

Forwards

PLAYER	AGE	CURRENT TEAM
Owen Beck	19	Peterborough (OHL)
Nate Danielson	19	Brandon (WHL)
Macklin Celebrini	17	Boston University (NCAA)
Matthew Wood	18	UConn (NCAA)
Carson Rehkopf	18	Kitchener (OHL)
Owen Allard	19	Sault Ste. Marie (OHL)
Jordan Dumais	19	Halifax (QMJHL)
Matthew Savoie	19	Wenatchee (WHL)
Easton Cowan	18	London (OHL)
Conor Geekie	19	Wenatchee (WHL)
Brayden Yager	18	Moose Jaw (WHL)

Defense

PLAYER	AGE	CURRENT TEAM
Tristan Luneau	19	Anaheim (NHL)
Jake Furlong	19	Halifax (QMJHL)
Noah Warren	19	Victoriaville (QMJHL)
Oliver Bonk	18	London (OHL)
Tanner Molendyk	18	Saskatoon (WHL)
Maveric Lamoureux	19	Drumondville (QMJHL)
Denton Mateychuk	19	Moose Jaw (WHL)

Goalies

PLAYER	AGE	CURRENT TEAM
Scott Ratzlaff	18	Seattle (WHL)
Mathis Rousseau	19	Halifax (QMJHL)
Samuel St. Hilaire	19	Sherbrooke (QMJHL)

The final roster boasts a dynamic lineup that includes returning player Owen Beck, along with promising forwards like Macklin Celebrini, Conor Geekie, and Matthew Savoie. On the defensive end, notable names include Oliver Bonk, Denton Mateychuk, and Tanner Molendyk of the Nashville Predators. In the goaltending department, Scott Ratzlaff, Mathis Rousseau, and Samuel St-Hilaire round out the trio.

Where and When To Watch The World Juniors

This talented group is set to compete in Gothenburg from December 26 to January 5, 2024, aiming to uphold Canada’s strong tradition in international junior hockey. With a well-balanced mix of experience and emerging skill, the team is poised to make a significant impact on the global stage. Canada will take on Switzerland in pre-tournament action on Friday, Dec. 22 at 9:00am.

This article first appeared on NHL Trade Talk and was syndicated with permission.

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