The All‑Stars roster for the 2026 Ice Hockey Classic has been released, bringing together top talent from Team Canada and Team USA for a two‑game series in Australia.
Series Overview
The first contest is scheduled for July 7 at O’Brien Icehouse in Melbourne, where the All‑Stars will take on the local Melbourne Ice. The second match follows on July 16 at AIS Arena in Canberra, facing the Canberra Brave.
The participating clubs span North America and Europe, showcasing a truly international lineup. Teams such as the Evansville Thunderbolts, Aalborg Pirates, Kalamazoo Wings and Pee Dee IceCats will be represented.
Venues and Dates
O’Brien Icehouse in Melbourne will host the opening game on July 7, while AIS Arena in Canberra will stage the second encounter on July 16, providing a prime showcase for the sport Down Under.
The matches will be broadcast live, allowing fans around the globe to follow the action from the comfort of their homes.
Roster Highlights
Among the highlighted players are goaltender Cody Karpinski of the Evansville Thunderbolts and defenceman Jeff Solow, while Max Coyle, a blue‑liner for the Aalborg Pirates, adds depth to the defensive corps.
The forward group includes a mix of seasoned veterans and emerging stars, featuring Austin Albrecht of the Fresno Falcons, Luke Croucher of the Mid‑South Monarchs and Jon Buttitta of the Twin City Thunderbirds.
Additional forwards on the roster include Alec Butcher of the Reading Royals, Houston Wilson and Elijah Wilson of the Pee Dee IceCats, and Trevor Grasby of the Topeka Scarecrows, providing depth and scoring versatility.
The full list also features players from clubs like the Columbus River Dragons, HC Sierre and Baton Rouge Zydeco, underscoring the breadth of talent selected for the series.
Fans can expect high‑octane hockey as the All‑Stars blend the offensive firepower of forwards such as Tyler Barrow (Columbus River Dragons) and Jakob Lee (HC Sierre) with the steadfast play of defencemen like Gordon Whalen (Topeka Scarecrows) and Domenic Della Civita (Pee Dee IceCats).