Linus Eriksson is going to have the chance to showcase his game on the big stage. Named to Sweden’s roster for the upcoming 2025 IIHF U20 World Junior Championships, the 18-year-old forward is the lone Florida Panthers prospect set to compete in this year’s tournament.

The Chicago Blackhawks have a lot of good young players in the organization. It all starts and ends with Connor Bedard, the number-one pick in the 2023 NHL Draft. He is the guy that the franchise will look to build a winner around.

Don't let all the losing discourage you from watching the IIHF World Junior Championship, though. It's one of the best hockey tournaments on the planet and features the best Under-20 players from around the globe.

The St. Louis Blues feel the organization has the right plan in place for a productive future, according to assistant general manager Tim Taylor. The 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship will give fans a chance to see an NHL-high nine pieces of that plan in action.