Standouts and biggest surprises (both good and bad) from the 2026 World Juniors
Rachel Kryshak
created: Jan. 7, 2026, 9:28 a.m. | updated: Jan. 8, 2026, 2:57 a.m.
That was not the case this year, as Sweden was the best team from start to finish.
While 19-year-olds are traditionally the best players in the tournament, Galvas stood out among his peers, many of whom were drafted.
There are also cases where players were brilliant in the World Juniors and never made the same impact in the NHL.
Stenberg did nothing to harm his draft stock as one of Sweden's best players.
David Berding/Getty ImagesOliver Suvanto was named one of Finland's best players at the tournament and rightfully so.
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