Team USA

Opinion: Jets’ Hellebuyck Playing at a Level Way Above the Rest

One way to tell if someone is a great NHL goaltender is consistency. This means that year in and year out, this masked man will deliver a lot of wins, post great statistics, come up with the big saves for his hockey club, and be the team’s best player on the ice more often than […]

John Tortorella and David Quinn to join Team USA’s Coaching Staff for 4 Nations Face-Off

AHL: Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins: Former Olympian Named Assistant GM

On Monday, August 19th, 2024, it was announced that Amanda Kessel would be named Assistant GM to Jason Spezza regarding operations in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton and for the Wheeling Nailers. Kessel spent the 2023-2024 season as the Special Assistant to the GM in Pittsburgh. Hailing from Madison, Wisconsin, Kessel has a hockey background that is quite decorated. […]

2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile: Brodie Ziemer

The Scouting Report: Standing at 5-foot-11, 192 pounds, Brodie Ziemer is becoming increasingly adept at using his physicality on the ice. Ziemer has displayed numerous standout performances, outshining his teammates at times and demonstrating his potential to dominate the puck. In the 2023-24 season, Brodie Ziemer played 61 games with the NTDP US National Under-18 […]

2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile: Max Plante

The Scouting Report: Max Plante, coming from a family deeply rooted in the NHL, is no stranger to the game’s importance and the weight of the NHL draft. His upbringing in a hockey-centric environment has instilled in him a strong devotion to the sport. Despite facing a setback of missing 10 games due to a […]

Beckett Hendrickson, University of Minnesota

Two Boston Bruins’ Top Prospects to Play in World Junior Hockey Showcase

The 2024 World Junior Hockey Summer Showcase will take place from July 26 through August 3 at USA Hockey Arena Plymouth, Michigan, and two Boston Bruins prospects will be featured on Team USA. Bruins’ 2023 draft picks Chris Pelosi and Beckett Hendrickson, who were teammates with the Sioux Falls Stampede in the USHL for a […]

2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile: Will Skahan

The Scouting Report If you are seeking a defenseman with a blend of size and agility, keep a close watch on Will Skahan during this NHL draft. Many will certainly note that Will hails from a hockey family, with his father, Sean, having served as an NHL Strength and Conditioning coach with NHL athletes for […]

2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile: Teddy Stiga

The Scouting Report: In the USA Hockey National Team Development Program, identifying a player who mirrors winger Teddy Stiga’s dedication can be quite challenging. Stiga is gaining recognition for his persistent effort and unwavering resolve. Despite his 5-foot-10 stature and 177-pound weight, he relies on his other abilities to thrive, as he cannot depend solely […]

Charlie Lindgren Gets First International Appearance With Team USA

Washington Capitals golden goaltender Charlie Lindgren was selected to represent his country during the IIHF Men’s World Championship 2024. Initially, the goalie declined the invitation, but the Capitals announced last weekend that he would be joining the team in Prague. Fellow Team USA goalies Alex Lyon (Detroit Red Wings), Trey Augustine (Michigan State University), and […]

Catching Up With Blue Jacket’s Players in the IIHF World Championship Part Two

Last week I wrote an article detailing the Columbus Blue Jacket’s representation at the IIHF World Championship tournament. The five players that are participating are Elvis Merzlikins (Latvia), Damon Severson (Canada), Gavin Brindley (USA), Johnny Gaudreau (USA), and Zach Werenski (USA). As of Thursday, May 23, only one player from that list is moving on […]