WJC-20 News & Stories
Insights, analysis, and news about WJC-20 from the Elite Prospects editorial team. Stay updated with expert coverage on WJC-20, including key stories and in-depth articles.
Wed, 17:38World Juniors 2026Why the World Juniors can be a lifeline for goalies passed over in the NHL Draft
Last year's World Juniors served as a coming out party for Finland goaltender Petteri Rimpinen, and this year's tournament is doing the same for other netminders.
Tue, 04:35World Juniors 2026Brothers Emil and Oscar Hemming have reclaimed their games in whirlwind seasons
It's been an interesting season so far for Dallas Stars prospect Emil Hemming and brother Oscar, a top prospect for the 2026 NHL Draft. Sean Shapiro has the story from Minnesota.
Mon, 14:52World Juniors 2026Kings prospect Vojtěch Čihař getting much needed reset at the World Juniors
The 2026 World Juniors marks the beginning of Vojtěch Čihař's hockey journey in North America. Sean Shapiro has the story.
Sun, 01:24World Juniors 2026Alberts Šmits arrives at World Juniors and is already turning from a curiosity to commodity
The Latvian defender made his World Junior debut and is one of the most fascinating players for the 2026 NHL Draft.
Sat, 16:30World Juniors 2026How Chase Reid's World Juniors debut could set the stage for first overall at 2026 NHL Draft
Chase Reid played one of his best games of the season in his World Junior debut. David St-Louis breaks down the defenceman's performance.
Fri, 14:20World Juniors 2026Michigan State's Ryker Lee ready to bring unconventional creativity to 2026 World Juniors
Ryker Lee will take his dazzling talents from Michigan State to the 2026 World Junior Championship. Sean Shapiro has the story.
2025-12-23, 15:16World Juniors 2026
Bold predictions for the 2026 World Junior Championships
Cam Robinson orders off of the extra spicy menu and makes eight bold predictions for the 2026 World Juniors.
2025-12-19, 16:21World Juniors 2026Meet the Team: Canada's roster for the 2026 World Juniors
In the two World Juniors since the back-to-backs of 2022 and 2023, Team Canada has bowed out twice in the quarter-finals. Can they return to their winning ways in 2026?
2025-12-17, 18:35World Juniors 2026Meet the Team: Czechia’s roster for the 2026 World Juniors
After three straight years of Czechia bringing home a medal at the World Juniors, expect the nation to contend for a medal once again.
2025-12-17, 14:52World Juniors 2026Meet the Team: Finland's roster for the 2026 World Juniors
Lassi Alanen previews Team Finland for the upcoming World Junior Championships.
2025-12-15, 17:04World Juniors 2026The most exciting players to watch at the 2026 World Junior Championship
The World Junior Championship has a habit of changing reputations in a hurry, so here are the players to watch at this year's tournament.
2025-12-08, 16:12World Juniors 2026Who is Ethan MacKenzie? A look at the surprise inclusion to Canada's 2026 World Juniors camp
Canada's surprise inclusion to the 2026 World Juniors camp roster is one of the best players you've never heard of.
