Eighteen current and former WHLers have been named to Canada's 2025 World Junior Summer Showcase roster. The annual event is an opportunity for Canada's staff to scout players for the upcoming 2026 World Juniors in December. Canada will play four games over the week-long event, facing off against Finland, Sweden, and the USA while also participating in an intersquad game.
Current And Former WHL Players On Canada's Roster:
Goaltenders:
Evan Gardner, Saskatoon Blades
Joshua Ravensbergen, Prince George Cougars
Defensemen:
Harrison Brunicke, Kamloops Blazers
Charlie Elick, Tri-City Americans
Tarin Smith, Everett Silvertips
Forwards:
Berkly Catton, Spokane Chiefs
Braeden Cootes, Seattle Thunderbirds
Ollie Josephson, Red Deer Rebels
Ben Kindel, Calgary Hitmen
Cayden Lindstrom, Medicine Hat Tigers
Gavin McKenna Medicine Hat Tigers
Terik Parascak, Prince George Cougars
Cole Reschny, Victoria Royals
Ryder Ritchie, Medicine Hat Tigers
Carson Wetsch, Kelowna Rockets
Invited, But Unable To Participate Due To Injury:
Carter Bear, Everett Silvertips
Tij Iginla, Kelowna Rockets
Roger McQueen, Brandon Wheat Kings
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