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Team USA wins both matches at World Junior Summer Showcase

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 12:42 PM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Team USA wins both matches at World Junior Summer Showcase

Summary

At the World Junior Summer Showcase on July 28, 2026, Team USA split into two groups, with Team White defeating Sweden 6-4 and Team Blue overcoming Finland 5-1. Victor Plante stood out for Team White with three assists. The tournament will continue as Team USA competes as one unit moving forward, rematching Finland and Sweden on July 29 and 30 respectively. Patrick Kane expressed regret about leaving the Detroit Red Wings, citing his desire to stay but acknowledging changes within the organization that influenced his decision to join the Chicago Blackhawks instead.

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By the Numbers

•Team White beats Sweden 6-4 in World Junior Showcase.
•Team Blue wins against Finland 5-1.
•Victor Plante posts three assists for Team White.
•Team USA will compete as one unit going forward.
•Kane wanted to stay in Detroit but joins Blackhawks.

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12:42 PMYahoo Sports — The Daily: Team USA Sweeps Monday; Kane Wanted to Stay

What they're saying

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The post The Daily: Team USA Sweeps Monday; Kane Wanted to Stay appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now. With the United States roster split into two teams for the first half of the World Junior Summer Showcase, it […] The post The Daily: Team USA Sweeps Monday; Kane Wanted to Stay appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now.
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