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Four Canadiens prospects to compete at 2026 World Junior Championship

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It’s the most wonderful time of year! While the holidays, merriment and family gatherings are taking place, there’s only one other event I could be talking about, the IIHF World Junior Championship. With the rosters officially announced, and the top prospects in the world descending on the "hockey state" of Minnesota, lets take a look at some Canadiens prospects who will be representing their countries starting on Boxing Day.

Michael Hage

Let’s start off with a Canadian Canadien, Michael Hage. Hage was drafted by the Habs 21st overall in the 2024 NHL draft and has been seen by many as the second line centre of the future for Montreal.