For the first time in a long time, Jonathan Huberdeau is
expected play in a competitive hockey game.
“I think I’m ready now to play a game,”Huberdeau told the Calgary Herald on Wednesday. “It’s nice to be back with the team.”
“For execution, I’m not really at my top right now,” he
added. “I need two games maybe to get back and ready for the 26th.”
The Herald also reported that Huberdeau hopes to play
tonight against Switzerland and Friday against Sweden in pre-tournament action. He will wear extra protection on his skate to protect his
foot throughout the tournament.
Huberdeau broke his foot on November 5 in a game in
Baie-Comeau. He had 10 goals and 18 assists in just 13 games before getting
hurt.
Canada defeated Finland 3-1 in their first pre-tournament
game on Monday. Sea Dogs defenseman Nathan Beaulieu was held off the score
sheet but had a couple of solid scoring chances in the contest.
Team Canada plays their final exhibition game tomorrow
against Sweden at Rexall Place. The tournament begins on Boxing Day with Canada
taking on Finland.
In other action tomorrow, Tomas Jurco and Slovakia take
on Charlie Coyle and the Americans.
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