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Eight USHL prospects helped Team USA claim silver at the 2026 Hlinka Gretzky Cup, underscoring the league’s rising influence on international junior hockey and future NHL talent.
The United States defeated Slovakia 5-2 in the semifinals of the 2026 Hlinka Gretzky Cup, with Nash Roed scoring a hat trick and Gavin Burcar adding a goal and two assists. The victory sends the U.S. to the August 8 championship game, which will be televised live on the NHL Network.
The United States rolled past Germany 8‑1 in the preliminary round, with key performances from Trevor Shorter, Ethan Sung and Colin Grubb, setting up a semifinal clash against Slovakia.
The United States Under-18 Men’s Select Team secured a 4‑1 victory over Finland, extending their perfect record and setting up a final preliminary‑round clash with Germany tomorrow.
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.
A preview of the top American talent set to make an impact as the 2026 recruiting cycle opens on August 1, highlighting key forwards, defensemen, goaltenders and the pathways that will define their development.
From forward phenoms to towering defensemen, the next wave of U.S. prospects is emerging, blending family legacies, record‑breaking seasons and international draft highlights.