As the calendar turns to August, we are now one day closer to Chicago Blackhawks hockey. Next month, teams will report to training camp and preseason hockey will return to the United Center—but first, several NHL players will have the opportunity to suit up for their country.
On Friday, Hockey Canada announced the 92 players the country had invited for their men's, women's and para hockey teams' upcoming orientation camp set to be held in Calgary later this month.
According to Hockey Canada, the men's roster includes 42 NHL players, including three goalies, 13 defensemen, and 26 forwards, including one Chicago Blackhawks star.