BREAKING: Four Chicago Blackhawks are heading to Sweden to represent Team USA

In a significant update for the Chicago Blackhawks, four of their budding talents have been selected to join the preliminary roster for the upcoming 2024 World Junior Championship, as officially disclosed by USA Hockey on Monday morning.

The preliminary roster comprises 29 players who will convene for a training camp at USA Hockey Arena in Plymouth, Mich., from December 14-16. The final roster will be whittled down to 25 players, solidifying the lineup for the championship.

Making the cut for Team USA are Blackhawks prospects Frank Nazar, Gavin Hayes, Oliver Moore, and Sam Rinzel.

Frank Nazar: The 13th overall pick in the 2022 NHL Draft by the Blackhawks, Nazar has showcased his offensive prowess with 8 goals and 10 assists in 18 games for the University of Michigan this season.

Gavin Hayes: Drafted in the third round (No. 66) of the 2022 NHL Draft, Hayes has been a scoring force for Flint in the OHL, tallying an impressive 19 goals and 16 assists in 25 games.

Oliver Moore: Chosen 19th overall in the 2023 NHL Draft, Moore has contributed 2 goals and 9 assists in 16 games for the University of Minnesota.

Sam Rinzel: The 25th overall pick in the 2022 NHL Draft, Rinzel has made his mark with 1 goal and 9 assists in 16 games for the University of Minnesota.

The inclusion of these Blackhawks prospects in the preliminary roster adds an extra layer of excitement for fans eager to witness the potential future stars of the franchise competing on the international stage. As the training camp unfolds, and the final roster takes shape, Blackhawks enthusiasts will be closely following the progress of their prospects as they gear up for the world-class competition.

Source: Bleachernation

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