Apr 5, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks defenseman Filip Hronek (17) skates between play during the first period against the Anaheim Ducks at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Anne-Marie Sorvin-Imagn Images [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/bc959021-616c-4cb2-bd96-3dd0640db1bf.jpeg] Apr 5, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks defenseman Filip Hronek (17) skates between play during the first period against the Anaheim Ducks at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Anne-Marie Sorvin-Imagn Images It appears that Vancouver Canucks defenceman Filip Hronek's season is not over yet. According to Team Czechia's General Manager, Jiří Šlégr, Hronek will be representing his country at the 2025 IIHF World Championship. Hronek has represented Czechia multiple times throughout his career and was part of the 2022 team that took home a Bronze Medal. Latest From THN’s Vancouver Canucks Site [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/]: Report: Canucks Prospect Willander Headed To Sweden To Join National Team Ahead Of The 2025 IIHF World Championship [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/latest-news/report-canucks-willander-headed-to-sweden-to-join-national-team-ahead-of-the-2025-iihf-world-championship] Vancouver Canucks Matchup Deployment For The 2024-25 Season [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/latest-news/vancouver-canucks-matchup-deployment-for-the-2024-25-season] Who Canucks Fans Should Cheer For During The 2024–25 Playoffs [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/latest-news/who-canucks-fans-should-cheer-for-during-the-202425-playoffs] In an article from April 18 on Czechia's national team website [https://www.ceskyhokej.cz/novinky/7704-a-tym-nominace-na-ms-hronek-prislibil-ucast-pastrnaka-resime], Šlégr is quoted as saying, "Filip Hronek has promised to participate earlier. We are negotiating with the club and are waiting for the exit inspection. We will inform you about the situation in time." The original quote was written in Czech and translated using Google Translate. As for center Filip Chytil, he will not be representing Czechia as he recovers from his most recent concussion. Karel Vejmelka & Filip Hronek To Play For Czechs In World Championship; Pastrnak Maybe [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/f67da4c7-8a5f-4966-86f2-c284eae73b5a.jpeg] Karel Vejmelka & Filip Hronek To Play For Czechs In World Championship; Pastrnak Maybe Goaltender Karel Vejmelka of <a href="http://thn.com/utah">Utah HC</a> and defenseman Filip Hronek of the <a href="http://thn.com/vancouver">Vancouver Canucks</a> will play for Czechia at this year’s IIHF World Championship in Herning, Denmark and Stockholm, Sweden, according multiple media sources. [https://thehockeynews.com/international/latest-news/karel-vejmelka-filip-hronek-to-play-for-czechs-in-world-championship-pastrnak-maybe] Hronek will not be the only Canucks representative at this year's tournament. Conor Garland has already confirmed his attendance and will suit up for Team USA. According to a report [https://x.com/DhaliwalSports/status/1914104819364909505] by Rick Dhaliwal of "Donnie and Dhali", Tom Willander is also on his way to the event, with the 20-year-old set to represent Team Sweden. Hronek and Team Czechia will kick off their 2025 IIHF World Championship on May 9 against Team Switzerland. In 2024, Czechia not only hosted the event but also captured the Gold Medal. The 2025 tournament can be viewed on TSN. Make sure you bookmark THN's Vancouver Canucks site and add us to your favourites on Google News [https://news.google.com/publications/CAAqBwgKMK-q0gsw7sXpAw/sections/CAQqEAgAKgcICjCvqtILMO7F6QMwr-DfCA?hl=en-CA&gl=CA&ceid=CA%3Aen] for the latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns, and so much more. Also, be sure to leave a comment at the bottom of the page and engage with other passionate fans through our forum. The Hockey News [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/544db59b-b8ac-4a51-bdf3-3b937955019f.jpeg] The Hockey News
