Brady Martin, drafted No. 5 overall in 2025 by the Nashville Predators, was injured playing for Canada at the World Junior Championships on Jan. 4.

The World Juniors have officially been around since the 1970s, giving hockey fans the chance to see the next wave of talent perform on the big stage. From stars of yesteryear like Wayne Gretzky and Peter Forsberg, to the likes of Sidney Crosby, Connor Bedard and Connor McDavid, NHL greats - past and present - have competed in the tournament.

Discover the projected lineups for the 2027 World Juniors in Alberta, featuring Canada's potential showdowns and powerhouse matchups in Edmonton and Red Deer.

Six of Utah’s prospects competed in the semifinals and will play for a medal on the final day of the tournament