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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 18
Canada Cuts Jake O’Brien, Jackson Smith, Marek Vanacker From WJC

Canada Cuts Jake O’Brien, Jackson Smith, Marek Vanacker From WJC

Hockey Canada announced Thursday that they’ve cut center Jake O’Brien (Kraken), defenseman Jackson Smith (Blue Jackets), and winger Marek Vanacker (Blackhawks) from their preliminary roster for the 2026 World Junior Championship.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / December 18
Canada cuts three players from 2026 World Junior team

Canada cuts three players from 2026 World Junior team

Canada’s World Junior team cut three players from its invitee roster.

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