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Francesco Pinelli to Represent Team Canada at 2021 IIHF U18 World Championship

April 1, 2021 - Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Kitchener Rangers News Release


CALGARY, Alta. - Hockey Canada has unveiled the 25 players named to Canada's National Men's Under-18 Team for the 2021 IIHF U18 World Championship, April 26-May 6 in Frisco and Plano, Texas.

Three goaltenders, eight defencemen and 14 forwards were selected by Alan Millar (Tottenham, Ont.), director of player personnel, and Benoit Roy (Sudbury, Ont.), manager of national teams.

The roster features 23 players who played for Team Canada Black, Team Canada Red or Team Canada White at the 2019 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge in Medicine Hat, Alta., and Swift Current, Sask.

In addition, Dave Barr (Toronto, Ont.) has been named head coach, while Gordie Dwyer (Dalhousie, N.B.) and Mike Stothers (Toronto, Ont.) will serve as assistant coaches.

"We are excited to announce the 25 players that have been selected to wear the Maple Leaf at the 2021 IIHF U18 World Championship. Despite a difficult year for our players and staff, we are confident this group will represent our country with pride while giving us a chance to compete for a gold medal in Texas," said Millar. "We are also pleased to have Dave, Mike and Gordie as a part of our coaching staff, and to welcome a number of excellent support staff who bring unique skills to our team. We know the extensive experience of our coaching staff and the dedication of our support staff will greatly benefit our team at the world championship."

Kitchener Rangers forward, Francesco Pinelli is one of the 25 players announced today by Hockey Canada.

Rangers Academic Advisor, Dave Tennant has also been named as Education Consultant.

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