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World Juniors: Brunicke Plays Subtle But Key Role In Canada's Tournament-Opening Win Against Czechia
Pittsburgh Penguins' defensive prospect Harrison Brunicke came through in a key moment of Canada's World Junior Championship opener against Czechia on Friday.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Saturday announced an additional $2.5 billion of economic aid for Ukraine.
It is customary for teams to shake hands following games at the World Juniors, but Canada skated off the ice on Friday in Minneapolis without doing so after a heated affair that included some pre-game antics, plenty of chirping between players and post-whistle scrums.
The change, set to take effect in September 2026, will replace the permit-based system with a telephone reporting procedure.
Canada announced $2.5 billion in economic assistance for Ukraine as Prime Minister Mark Carney met President Volodymyr Zelenskyy amid renewed Russian attacks and ahead of Kyiv’s talks with the United States.
Final rosters are due before December 31st, with announcements set to be shared after the New Year. Breakaway On SI previously projected what the roster would look like, and with just a few days until the official reveal, we're taking one final shot at what that group will look like.
Boxing Day is Friday, Dec. 26. Boxing Day is a holiday celebrated the day after Christmas in Great Britain and some Commonwealth countries, including Canada. In the U.K. Boxing Day was established as a public holiday during the reign of Queen Victoria.
The World Juniors kicked off on Boxing Day with a four-pack of games featuring the tournament's presumptive top five teams.
The Canadian economy continues to display resilience despite US tariffs, with initial estimates showing a small expansion last month. But growth is set to be negative for the quarter, with economists warning of a challenging 2026.
Michael Hage’s overtime heroics deny Latvia a second straight upset, as Canada battles through a tense rematch and secures a hard-fought victory.
Despite talking a big game, Canada lost in the Nations League semis and Gold Cup quarters. Even so, the 2026 World Cup cohosts feel ready