Report: Quinn Hughes to play for USA at worlds, Jack likely to partake

Vancouver Canucks defenseman Quinn Hughes has committed to playing for Team USA at the 2019 IIHF World Championship, TSN's Darren Dreger reported on Thursday's edition of "Insider Trading".

Additionally, USA Hockey is considering bringing aboard Quinn's younger brother, Jack, as well. While no official decision has been made yet, Dreger reports it's "likely" that he'll be a part of Team USA for the tournament.

Quinn is coming off an impressive campaign at the University of Michigan, as he tallied 33 points in 32 contests. The smooth-skating defenseman turned pro last week and has suited up in four games for the Canucks. This will mark his second straight year representing USA at the worlds after tallying two assists in 10 contests in 2018.

Jack is the projected No. 1 overall pick in the 2019 NHL Draft. The shifty, highly skilled center has 48 points in 24 games with the USA Hockey National Team Development Program this season.

The worlds will be held from May 10-26 in Bratislava, Slovakia. The United States will be looking to build off a bronze-medal performance in 2018.

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