Canada releases Newhook, 8 others from world junior camp
by Brandon Maron from on (#4WGC9)
Team Canada announced its first round of cuts from its selection camp on Thursday, according to TSN's Bob McKenzie.
The following nine players were released:
| Player | Position | Junior Club (League) | NHL Rights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Newhook | F | Boston College (HE) | Colorado |
| Peyton Krebs | F | Winnipeg Ice (WHL) | Vegas |
| Connor Zary | F | Kamloops Blazers (WHL) | 2020 Draft |
| Dylan Holloway | F | Univ. Wisconsin (NCAA) | 2020 Draft |
| Cole Perfetti | F | Saginaw Spirit (OHL) | 2020 Draft |
| Peter Diliberatore | D | Quinnipiac Univ. (NCAA) | Vegas |
| Thomas Harley | D | Mississauga Steelheads (OHL) | Dallas |
| Braden Schneider | D | Brandon Wheat Kings (WHL) | 2020 Draft |
| Hunter Jones | G | Peterborough Petes (OHL) | Minnesota |
The club will continue with 14 forwards, seven defensemen and three goalies before making its final cuts.
The tournament officially kicks off on Dec. 26.
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