Porter Martone and Matthew Schaefer are set to represent Canada at the upcoming world junior hockey championship, both eyeing the 2025 NHL draft where they are top prospects. Martone, an 18-year-old power forward, and Schaefer, a 17-year-old elite defenceman, have previously collaborated to win gold at the under-18 championship.

Both players are praised for their skills and contributions on the ice. Schaefer has faced personal tragedy but remains focused on his career. Meanwhile, Zach Hyman of the Edmonton Oilers is rebounding from a slow start, and Matvei Michkov leads the rookie of the year race for the Philadelphia Flyers.