Three players to watch for Team USA at the 2022 WJC

Three players to watch for Team USA at the 2022 WJC

Jake Sanderson, D, UND (NCAA): Looks NHL ready in his second year at North Dakota. Is effective in all facets of the game, a tough-to-play-against defender, highly effective in transition, and will add a touch of offence from the back-end. (Ottawa, fifth overall pick in 2020)

Matty Beniers, C, Michigan (NCAA): Prototypical pro from his practice habits to his off-ice work and his leadership ability. Is a speedy, gifted centre, who can make plays and finish. (Seattle, second overall pick in 2021)

Luke Hughes, D, Michigan (NCAA): Almost a point per game player as a freshman with the maize and blue. Another all-around defender who leans a bit to the offensive side. (New Jersey, fourth overall pick in 2021)

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