The Philadelphia Flyers are being represented by six prospects at the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championships in Minnesota this week and the first day was highlighted by Porter Martone being the perfect little agitator in a big win for Canada over Czechia.
It was a tough game for Canada as they faced the very team that caused that entire nation heartbreak a year ago, as they exited the tournament earlier than expected and millions of hockey fans started to question the decision making of those in charge of the Under-20 team. It was a back-and-forth affair as there were four total game-tying goals in the eventual 7-5 win for Canada.