Rising Stars in Canadian Hockey
Two rising stars from the San Jose Sharks organization, goaltender Josh Ravensbergen and forward Michael Misa, have been named to the training camp roster for Canada’s National Junior Team. This announcement, made on Monday, underscores the promising future of these young players as they prepare for the prestigious IIHF World Junior Championship scheduled to start on December 26 in Minnesota.
Training Camp Details
Eighteen-year-old Misa, who was the second player chosen in the recent NHL Draft, is one of 15 forwards selected for the camp taking place from December 12 to 22 in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Meanwhile, Ravensbergen, who turned 19 in November and was the 30th overall pick, is among three goaltenders aiming to secure a spot on the final roster.
Expectations are high that both Misa and Ravensbergen will be included in the Canadian squad, barring any injury setbacks or unexpected changes in selection. The final roster will typically consist of 22 players, including 14 forwards, eight defensemen, and three goalies.
Player Highlights
Recently, Misa made headlines by scoring his first NHL goal while playing for the Sharks on October 26 against the Minnesota Wild, contributing to a thrilling 6-5 victory.
However, his journey has seen him contend with injuries; he suffered a right ankle sprain in early November, which resulted in his placement on long-term injured reserve. As part of his recovery, he has also been practicing with the AHL’s San Jose Barracuda, where he notably recorded an assist during a recent overtime victory against Tucson, although he did not score in the subsequent matchup.
On the other hand, Ravensbergen has been in excellent form, earning the title of WHL Goalie of the Month for November. His impressive performance included winning eight out of ten starts and achieving a .940 save percentage with the Prince George Cougars. He currently stands out in the league, boasting the most wins at 16 and ranking fourth with a .921 save percentage. Although not featured in any preseason games with the Sharks, he left a positive impression during both development and rookie camps, marking him as one of the Sharks’ most valuable goaltending prospects.
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