What players could represent Chicago next September?
The World Cup of Hockey will make its return in 2016. On Wednesday, the NHL and NHLPA announced more information about the tournament including dates, groupings and some management teams.
The tournament will feature eight teams: The United States, Canada, Russia, Sweden, Finland, Czech Republic, Team Europe — a team made up of players of the other European countries — and Team North America — a team made up of the top 23-and-under North American players.
Chicago Blackhawks General Manager Stan Bowman and Edmonton Oilers general manager Peter Chiarelli will manage Team North America.