from TSN,

The Edmonton Oilers confirmed on Saturday that forwards Jordan Eberle and Taylor Hall have accepted invitations to play for Canada at the upcoming IIHF World Championship.

Florida Panthers general manager Dale Tallon confirmed Saturday night that 2014 No. 1 overall pick Aaron Ekblad will also be headed to the Czech Republic to represent Canada.

TSN's Ryan Rishaug reported Sunday that Dallas Stars centre Cody Eakin and Buffalo Sabres centre Tyler Ennis will also be joining the team while Art Ross Trophy winner Jamie Benn, San Jose Sharks centre Logan Couture, and Columbus Blue Jackets centre Ryan Johansen all declined invites.

The Oilers also said that Nail Yakupov was invited to Team Russia's training camp, and Oscar Klefbom will play for Sweden.

The tournament takes place in Prague and Ostrava, Czech Republic from May 1-17.

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