A look at three WHLers who had impressive games for their countries at the 2024 IIHF World U18 Championships.
Day two of the 2024 IIHF World U18 Championship featured plenty of exciting matchups, including Canada defeating Czechia 6-0. Like in their first win of the tournaments, WHLers played a crucial role in Canada's victory on day two. Here is a look at three WHLers who had standout performances on April 26.
Tij Iginla- Kelowna Rockets/Canada
Tij Iginla was a shot machine in Canada's win over Czechia. The Kelowna Rockets forward scored twice and finished with a game-high eight shots in 17:31 of ice time. The top prospect currently leads the tournament with 11 shots on goal and is also the only player with a shorthanded goal through the first two days of the event.
Gavin McKenna- Medicine Hat Tigers/Canada
Just like yesterday, Gavin McKenna put on a show for Canada. The Medicine Hat Tigers forward had a goal and two assists despite only playing 13:34 of ice time. The tournament co-leader in points with five, he continues to be a leader on this team despite being one of the youngest players in this year's tournament.
Harrison Brunicke- Kamloops Blazers/Canada
The high-minute man for Canada today was Harrison Brunicke. The Kamloops Blazers' defender had 19:58 of ice time and finished the game with two shots on net. While his stats don't pop off the page, Brunicke's work while down a man was noticeable as he helped Canada go perfect on the penalty kill.
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