Defence Wins ChampionshipsFor most of the tournament, Canada relied on its offensive stars to demolish any teams in its path. RelatedA-plus AuditionsCanada head coach Bill Peters said the world championship would act as an audition for those hoping to play in the World Cup. Finland’s FutureWhile Finland came one win short of completing the international hat trick (gold medals at the under-18, world juniors and world championship), this looks like a golden age for Finnish hockey. Veterans be warned: the World Cup Young Stars team might not be the pushovers some originally thought it would be. But even at a tournament where Patrik Laine was named MVP, Matthews reaffirmed himself at the top prospect.

Source: National Post May 23, 2016 13:48 UTC