Red Wings' Blashill to coach Team USA at World Championship

USA Hockey is turning to a familiar face.

The governing body has tabbed Detroit Red Wings bench boss Jeff Blashill to coach the American squad at the upcoming World Championship.

Blashill brings a wealth of international experience to the U.S. bench. He led the Americans to a quarterfinal finish in last year's tournament, after finishing first in the Group A round robin with a 6-0-1 record.

The Michigan native was also an an assistant coach during the 2009 World Junior Championship.

Blashill has served as Red Wings head coach for the past three seasons.

A handful of players have committed to this year's World Championship squad, including Chris Kreider, Casey Mittelstadt, and Patrick Kane, who will serve as captain.

Related: World Championship commitment tracker

The World Championship begins in Denmark on May 4.

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