Chris Peters with a quick scouting report of every forward and goalie on Team USA’s 24-man World Juniors roster, including Sean Kuraly. [United States of Hockey]
Speaking of Thornton, he’ll be staying in Switzerland during the holidays to represent HC Davos in the Spengler Cup. [CSN Bay Area]
Why permanent NHLPA decertification wouldn’t be a good strategy for the union, who voted overwhelmingly in favor of granting its executive board the authority to disclaim interest on Friday. [NHL Numbers]