Minnesota’s Rising Stars Lead Team USA at 2026 Hlinka/Gretzky Cup
Nine Minnesota-born players make up a third of the U.S. roster, highlighted by Joey Cullen’s historic debut and a tournament opening victory over Czechia.
Aug 5, 2026
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USA Hockey Announces 25‑Player Camp for 2026 Hlinka Gretzky Cup
Twenty‑five prospects with United States Hockey League experience will gather in St. Paul for a week‑long camp that will shape the roster for the 2026 Hlinka Gretzky Cup in Edmonton.
Jul 28, 2026
USA Hockey Announces 2026 U‑18 Men’s Select Roster for Hlinka Gretzky Cup
USA Hockey reveals the roster for the 2026 Hlinka Gretzky Cup, highlighting nine players from Minnesota, 15 returnees from the 2025 Four Nations Tournament, and a schedule that includes preliminary games against Czechia, Finland and Germany, plus an exhibition versus Slovakia.
Jul 28, 2026
Kane Barch Exits NTDP for London Knights, Eyes 2027 Draft
Kane Barch, a University of Michigan commit, is leaving the U.S. National Team Development Program to join the London Knights of the OHL. His father, former NHL player Krys Barch, has been a key influence, and the Knights are adding top prospects such as Luca Santala. The transition may position Barch for an early 2027 NHL Draft projection.
Jul 25, 2026
Nolan Fitzhenry Commits to North Dakota, Cementing a Historic Class
Nolan Fitzhenry, the nation's top-ranked U.S. college hockey recruit for the 2027‑28 class, has pledged to the University of North Dakota, choosing the Fighting Hawks over Minnesota and joining a historic trio of Development Program alumni.
Jun 18, 2026