It’s the holiday season, friends, and when it comes to the world of hockey, that means one of the best tournaments in sports: the IIHF’s World Junior Championship! Held every year, the World Juniors pit the 10 top under-20 national teams head-to-head for supremacy, glory, and medals. If you want a preview of the upcoming NHL Draft, or a snapshot of the quality and quantity of prospects on their way to the NHL, the World Junior is a tremendous event. Plus, the hockey is fantastic. The Calgary Flames will be represented by 2024 first-round pick Zayne Parekh and 2025 first-round pick Cole Reschny, who are both suiting up with Team Canada at this year’s event. But we ran through the rosters and schedule to provide a quick rundown of this year’s festivities. For a more detailed snapshot, head over to Daily Faceoff, where our pal Steven Ellis is on the ground in Minnesota for the whole tournament! We also recommend Steven’s recent Top 50 ranking for the upcoming 2026 NHL Draft, as many of the top prospects are in
