USA Hockey has released the 23‑player roster that will represent the United States at the 2026 Hlinka Gretzky Cup, the premier under‑18 tournament that brings together the nation’s most promising talent.
Aiming to Defend the 2025 Title
The tournament will take place in Edmonton, Alberta, from August 3 through August 8, where the U.S. squad will face Czechia, Finland and Germany in the preliminary round before a pre‑tournament exhibition against Slovakia on August 1.
The lineup consists of 13 forwards, seven defensemen and three goaltenders, providing a balanced mix of offensive firepower and defensive stability.
Fifteen of the selected players previously suited up for the 2025 U.S. Under‑17 Men’s Select Team, and the roster showcases talent from ten different states, underscoring the national breadth of the program.
Historically, the United States has claimed two Hlinka Gretzky Cup championships — in 2003 and 2025 — and has finished second on nine occasions and third on four, a testament to the program’s consistent competitiveness.