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A Look At Some Of The Prospects From The WJC

01/06/2015 at 11:40am EST

from Allan Muir of Sports Illustrated,

Easy to see why Max Domi was named the tournament's top forward. It was a flashy performance by the Coyotes prospect, highlighted by explosive rushes, adroit playmaking, a couple of timely goals and a fair bit of the chippiness you'd expect to see from Tie's kid. He was truly exceptional....

If I learned anything from this tournament, it's that I want Curtis Lazar on my team. His heavy, north-south style of play speaks for itself, but this kid's value is multiplied exponentially by his intangibles. His intensity and commitment set the tone for Team Canada. And then there's the fact that he plays every shift like he's opening presents on Christmas morning....

When rumors surfaced that the Red Wings were circling Tyler Myers, it was believed that the Sabres were looking for a package that featured Dylan Larkin in return. If that's the case, you can see why Detroit politely declined. Playing on the third line, he was Team USA's most consistent and most effective offensive weapon, scoring five goals and seven points to pace the club. He plays a smart, physical game and has the upside to play a top-six role....

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