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Exclusive: Brett Berard tells us about his dream of playing for Team USA and being drafted by New York Rangers

It has been four months since Brett Berard’s life changed. The speedy winger who played for the US National Team Development Program last season was watching the draft at home with his parents when his name popped up. It started a rollercoaster ride that took him to Edmonton where he won gold at the WJC and he’s still enjoying.

Brett Berard on early years and draft

Growing up in Greenwich, RI, Berard started playing hockey ever since he could remember. His dad coached the Providence College Friars and he was also a goalie for them years ago.