Four Chicago Blackhawks are leaving their teams to join Team USA at the 2024 World Juniors in Sweden
Four Chicago Blackhawks prospects, currently making significant contributions to their respective teams, have earned spots on Team USA's final roster for the 2024 World Juniors. Among them are defenseman Sam Rinzel and forwards Gavin Hayes, Oliver Moore, and Frank Nazar. These talented players, who have been pivotal for their teams, are now set to represent their country on the international stage.
Rinzel, selected 25th overall in the 2022 NHL Draft, has showcased his skills in his freshman season at Minnesota, accumulating 11 points in 18 games. Hayes, a third-round pick in 2022, has been a standout player for the Flint Firebirds in the OHL, amassing an impressive 36 points in 27 games.
Moore, chosen 19th in the 2023 NHL Draft, has been a key contributor at Minnesota with 12 points in 18 games. Nazar, the 13th overall pick in 2022, is enjoying a strong sophomore season at Michigan, boasting 18 points in 18 games.
These four promising prospects are leaving their current teams to join Team USA's 25-player roster for the upcoming 2024 World Juniors. While their absence will be felt by their respective clubs, Blackhawks fans are excited to see how these young talents will fare on the international stage in Gothenburg, Sweden, from December 26, 2023, to January 5, 2024.
| POLL | ||
Will you be supporting Team USA and these Blackhawks throughout the 2024 World Juniors? | ||
| Yes | 31 | 45.6 % |
| No, go Canada | 20 | 29.4 % |
| No, i am watching another team | 10 | 14.7 % |
| No, i will not be watching | 7 | 10.3 % |
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