John Tavares, right, is pictured during game action at the 2014 Olympics when he won a gold medal with Canada in Sochi, Russia. He'll try to help the Canadians defend gold at the world championship, starting with their opening game Saturday in Prague.
Toronto Maple Leafs captain John Tavares has been added to the Canadian roster at the world men's hockey championship in Prague, Hockey Canada announced Friday.The Canadian PressJohn Tavares, right, is pictured during game action at the 2014 Olympics when he won a gold medal with Canada in Sochi, Russia. He'll try to help the Canadians defend gold at the world championship, starting with their opening game Saturday in Prague.
Tavares became available after the Leafs were eliminated by the Boston Bruins in seven games in the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs. It will be the fourth time Tavares has suited up for Canada at the world championship, but the first since 2012. The 33-year-old has helped Canada win gold at the 2014 Sochi Olympics and the 2008 and 2009 world junior hockey championships.
"John is a world-class player and a great leader and being able to have him join our roster for the world championship allows us to add a highly-skilled player with a veteran presence," said Canada general manager Rick Nash. "His experience in previous international competitions and his success on the international stage will be an important factor in our team's success, and we know he will greatly benefit our group as we look to defend gold.
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