On paper, this is the best American roster we've seen since they last won gold at the 2021 World Juniors in the Edmonton bubble. They have as good a chance as anyone at this tournament to leave with gold.

They have an embarrassment of riches in their forward ranks, a mobile blue line built for the modern game, and a goaltending battery with two players who each have a credible claim to the starter's role.

The Americans have disappointed of late, finishing last year with a bronze and bowing out in the quarterfinals the tournament prior, but this group has what it takes to restore the country's World Juniors glory. Let’s take a look at the players who will be wearing the stars and stripes at this year's tournament tasked with making that happen.

The Roster

Here is Team USA's roster based on what