We’re entering our second World Juniors tournament during a global pandemic, and as a result, players who may have been household names or burgeoning stars on the junior circuit may be relatively anonymous heading into the big dance.
Not to worry, however. We’ve watched the games, the highlights, read the scouting reports and kept tabs on things for you. Without further ado, here are the eight players you’ll want to keep an eye on during this year’s event.
Shane Wright, Canada
Wright has been the presumptive favourite to go first overall in the 2022 NHL Draft for as long as his cohort has been tracked.