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2025 World Junior Championship: Schedule & Team USA Roster

Explore the full schedule, team rosters, and viewing options for the 2025 World Junior Championship.

An action-packed scene from a hockey game showing Team USA in bright uniforms battling against Team Canada on the ice. The focus is on the puck with players from both teams energetically reaching for it, showcasing their swift movements and determination. The backdrop is filled with excited fans waving flags and cheering, illuminated by arena lights that highlight the intensity of the match, embodying the thrilling atmosphere of the World Junior Championship.

Introduction

The 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship is set to be one of the most thrilling hockey events of the year, as countries compete to claim the ultimate prize: the gold medal. With the tournament starting on December 26 in Ottawa, the United States aims to defend its championship title after a victorious 2024 outing.

Championship Overview

The 2025 World Juniors will feature ten nations competing in two groups:

  • Group A: United States, Canada, Finland, Germany, Latvia
  • Group B: Sweden, Czechia, Slovakia, Switzerland, Kazakhstan

This year, the tournament will showcase 14 forwards, 8 defensemen, and 3 goaltenders on the U.S. roster, with a focus on both seasoned junior players and exciting NHL draft prospects.

Team USA Roster

Goaltenders

  • 1 Trey Augustine, Michigan State (2024 team member)
  • 30 Hampton Slukynsky, Western Michigan
  • 31 Sam Hillebrandt, Barrie Colts

Defensemen

  • 3 Logan Hensler, University of Wisconsin
  • 4 Colin Ralph, St. Cloud State
  • 5 Drew Fortescue, Boston College (2024 team member)
  • 6 Adam Kleber, Minnesota Duluth
  • 14 Aram Minnetian, Boston College (2024 team member)
  • 16 Paul Fischer, Notre Dame
  • 24 Cole Hutson, Boston University
  • 28 Zeev Buium, University of Denver (2024 team member)

Forwards

  • 2 Teddy Stiga, Boston College
  • 8 Brandon Svoboda, Boston University
  • 9 Ryan Leonard, Boston College (2024 team member)
  • 10 Carey Terrance, Erie Otters (2024 team member)
  • 11 Oliver Moore, University of Minnesota (2024 team member)
  • 12 James Hagens, University of Minnesota (highly ranked draft prospect)
  • 17 Danny Nelson, University of Notre Dame
  • 19 Trevor Connelly, Providence College
  • 20 Joey Willis, Saginaw Spirit
  • 22 Max Plante, Minnesota Duluth
  • 23 Austin Burnevik, St. Cloud State
  • 34 Gabe Perreault, Boston College (2024 team member)
  • 74 Brodie Ziemer, University of Minnesota
  • 91 Cole Eiserman, Boston University

Key Players to Watch

Among the standout players, James Hagens emerges as a leading prospect, expected to shine alongside his Boston College teammates, Ryan Leonard and Gabe Perreault. On the defense, the skills of Logan Hensler will be a crucial factor in Team USA's success.

Tournament Schedule

Here's the detailed schedule for the upcoming games (all times are ET):

December 2025

  • 26th:

    • Sweden vs. Slovakia, 12 PM, TD Place
    • Germany vs. United States, 2:30 PM, Canadian Tire Centre
    • Switzerland vs. Czechia, 5 PM, TD Place
    • Canada vs. Finland, 7:30 PM, Canadian Tire Centre

  • 27th:

    • Slovakia vs. Switzerland, 1 PM, TD Place
    • Finland vs. Germany, 3:30 PM, Canadian Tire Centre
    • Kazakhstan vs. Sweden, 5 PM, TD Place
    • Canada vs. Latvia, 7:30 PM, Canadian Tire Centre

  • 28th:

    • Czechia vs. Kazakhstan, 1 PM, TD Place
    • United States vs. Latvia, 3:30 PM, Canadian Tire Centre

  • 29th:

    • Sweden vs. Switzerland, 12 PM, TD Place
    • Finland vs. United States, 2:30 PM, Canadian Tire Centre
    • Slovakia vs. Czechia, 5 PM, TD Place
    • Germany vs. Canada, 7:30 PM, Canadian Tire Centre

  • 30th:

    • Kazakhstan vs. Slovakia, 1 PM, TD Place
    • Latvia vs. Germany, 3:30 PM, Canadian Tire Centre

  • 31st:

    • Switzerland vs. Kazakhstan, 12 PM, TD Place
    • Latvia vs. Finland, 2:30 PM, Canadian Tire Centre
    • Czechia vs. Sweden, 5 PM, TD Place
    • United States vs. Canada, 7:30 PM, Canadian Tire Centre

January 2026

  • 2nd:

    • Quarterfinals, various times

  • 4th:

    • Semifinals, various times

  • 5th:

    • Third-Place Game, 3:30 PM, Canadian Tire Centre
    • Championship Game, 7:30 PM, Canadian Tire Centre

How to Watch

Fans in the U.S. can catch all the action live on NHL Network, while Canadian viewers can tune in to TSN for complete tournament coverage.

Conclusion

The 2025 World Junior Championship promises to deliver intense competition and showcase the rising stars of ice hockey. With the U.S. team ready to defend their title, hockey enthusiasts globally are in for an exhilarating experience.

Be sure to mark your calendars, gather your friends and don your favorite team gear as we prepare for an unforgettable tournament!

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