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2016 World Cup of Hockey: Team Czech Republic initial roster announced

Former Chicago Blackhawks and current Calgary Flames forward Michael Frolik has been named to Team Czech Republic's initial roster for the 2016 World Cup of Hockey, it was announced during a press conference Wednesday in Prague.

No current Blackhawks made the list.

Team Czech Republic announces initial roster for World Cup of Hockey 2016. #WCH2016 pic.twitter.com/04jQqGugjV

— NHL Public Relations (@PR_NHL) March 2, 2016

This year's World Cup of Hockey, which represents the event's return after a hiatus, is set for September and will be held in Toronto.