Macklin Celebrini, a key player for Team Canada in the #WorldJuniors, was initially moved to the wing but returned to his natural center position. He made a significant impact in Canada's exhibition opener, playing between Fraser Minten and Jordan Dumais. However, Celebrini's participation in the tournament was jeopardized when he was ejected from a pre-tournament game against Switzerland for a dangerous hit on Leo Braillard. There were concerns about a potential suspension, but he ultimately avoided it. Despite the controversy, Celebrini continued to excel in the pre-tournament games, scoring multiple points and contributing to Canada's performance against the USA, although they ultimately lost in overtime.
Canada and USA wrapped up their respective pre-tournament schedules against each other in a close-fought 6-5 USA OT win. Ryan Leonard was named player of the game for the USA, scoring two of their six goals. More from @coreypronman ⤵️ https://t.co/f5RzEkdb58
Canada and USA will go to overtime in a pre-tournament game. Tied 5-5. USA slept-walked through the third period after controlling most of the rest of the game. Canada got a bit more physical and battled for goals. Who will be the pre-tournament champions? Let's find out...
Canada gets within a goal as Macklin Celebrini (2024) had his pass deflected into the U.S. net by Seamus Casey (NJD) on the power play. Second goal of the game for Celebrini. 5-4. Celebrini has been awesome in the pre-tournament play.
The @BCEagles line makes it happen. Perreault (NYR) threads the needle from the right circle to Leonard (WSH) at the left post, :28 seconds after Canada goal. USA 5-3 https://t.co/p12dAlcCER
Macklin Celebrini (2024) scores on the rebound. Looked like a pretty clear kick, but they're not reviewing in pre-tournament. Either way, it's Celebrini's sixth point through 2.33 pre-tournament games for Canada.
Macklin Celebrini (2024) avoids suspension for hit in game vs. Switzerland. IIHF rules penalty on the ice was sufficient. Details: https://t.co/BXQJi8gyWN
From @markhmasters - Macklin Celebrini’s ejection and potential IIHF discipline overshadowed Canada's pre-tournament win: https://t.co/T4RPzijnO4
Canada's Macklin Celebrini risks suspension after being ejected from pre-tournament game for dangerous hit vs. Switzerland. Details: https://t.co/OEQZombWAb
Canada cruised past Switzerland in a pre #WorldJuniors clash, but the win was overshadowed by a Macklin Celebrini ejection after he hit Leo Braillard into the boards from behind. @TSNBobMcKenzie breaks down Celebrini's dangerous hit and the win for Canada: https://t.co/JhhdBPuhbR https://t.co/MMKqi1X4ZS
INSTANT ANALYSIS - Macklin Celebrini was ejected from Friday’s pre-tournament game against Switzerland after checking forward Leo Braillard into the boards from behind. @TSNBobMcKenzie on the potential impact this may have on his tournament availability: https://t.co/FWL8L7fBva https://t.co/aOuSkUIiaY
Canada’s Macklin Celebrini was ejected from Friday’s pre-tournament game against Switzerland after checking forward Leo Braillard into the boards from behind: https://t.co/wkJOt1nv45
Here’s the Macklin Celebrini hit. The IIHF is strict on these types of plays. Would guess he has to sit a game or two to start the tournament. https://t.co/w3Mr6AeEIf
Canada's second line - Macklin Celebrini between Fraser Minten and Jordan Dumais - made a statement in the team's #WorldJuniors exhibition opener on Tuesday, @markhmasters writes: https://t.co/wjNkgz6ltW
After getting a look on the wing at selection camp, Macklin Celebrini is back in his natural centre spot as Team Canada starts ramping up ahead of the #WorldJuniors. More from @markhmasters: https://t.co/UoYfWewVD7