How a CHL and USHL Merger Could Transform Hockey  – The Hockey Writers – NHL Prospects

When the NCAA lifted its ban in Nov. 2024 on Canadian Hockey League (CHL) players in college, a seismic shift in major-junior hockey had occurred. The CHL would no longer be considered pro athletes, allowing players to join Division I programs beginning in the 2025–26 season. This change guaranteed that there would be player movement between the CHL…

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Projecting USA’s Roster for the 2026 World Junior Championship – The Hockey Writers – World Junior Hockey Championship

It’s almost that time again. The 2026 World Junior Championship, which will run from Dec. 26 to Jan. 5, is one where the United States can cement a dynasty—a three-peat is on the line. Here’s a roster projection, including 14 forwards, eight defensemen, and three goaltenders. USA’s Forwards All members of the 2023 NHL Draft…

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Winnipeg Jets Should Consider Reuniting With Hometown Goalie Chris Driedger During Crease Crisis – The Hockey Writers – Winnipeg Jets

The Winnipeg Jets have a crease crisis currently, and a reunion with a Winnipegger could be a good stop-gap to lessening its severity. Chris Driedger Leaves KHL; Could Jets Explore Reunion? That Winnipegger is Chris Driedger, who was playing for the Kontinental Hockey League’s Traktor Chelyabinsk this season but on Sunday, came to an agreement…

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Flames Push Winning Streak to 3 Games With 5-2 Victory Over Canucks – The Hockey Writers – Calgary Flames

The Calgary Flames (8-13-3) trailed early, but scored five straight to take down the Vancouver Canucks (9-12-2) 5-2 on Sunday night at Rogers Arena. It was their third-straight victory, putting them on their first three-game winning streak of the season. The Canucks, meanwhile, fell for the third time, dropping both on their brief two-game homestand….

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