Three Flyers Players Named to 2026 IIHF World Championship Rosters Three members of the Philadelphia Flyers have been selected to represent their respective national teams at the 2026 IIHF World Championship, which will be held in Zurich and Fribourg, Switzerland, from May 15 to May 31. The trio includes forward Porter Martone, who will compete for Team Canada, and defensemen Carl Grundstrom and Jack Berglund, both of whom will suit up for Team Sweden. Porter Martone – Team Canada Martone, a forward from Peterborough, Ontario, has been named to Team Canada for the eighth time in his career. This selection marks his second consecutive appearance at the World Championship, following his participation in the 2025 edition. Martone has previously represented Canada at multiple international tournaments, including two World Junior Championships (2025 and 2024), one World Championship (2025), two World Under-18 Championships (2023 and 2022), the 2024 Hlinka Gretzky Cup, and the 2023 Under-17 World Hockey Challenge. This past season, Martone signed an entry-level contract with the Flyers on March 29 after concluding his collegiate career at Michigan State University (NCAA). During his freshman year at MSU, he led his team in goals (25) and points (50). In his first season with the Flyers, he recorded 10 points (4 goals, 6 assists) in nine regular-season games. Martone also contributed two goals and three assists in 10 playoff contests. Carl Grundstrom – Team Sweden Grundstrom, a forward from Umea, Sweden, has been named to Team Sweden’s roster for the 2026 IIHF World Championship. This will be his fourth appearance at the tournament and his eighth overall international assignment.#philadelphia_flyers #iihf_world_championship #portert_martone #carl_grundstrom #jack_berglund
Frank Nazar regaining his form is huge for the Blackhawks Chicago Blackhawks forward Frank Nazar has struggled to maintain consistency this season, but recent performances suggest he is on the verge of reclaiming his role as a key contributor for the team. After a rocky start to his sophomore NHL campaign, marked by a prolonged scoring drought following a December injury, Nazar has shown signs of resurgence in recent weeks. His ability to regain his early-season form could prove critical for a Blackhawks squad still navigating the challenges of a rebuilding phase. Nazar’s season has been a mix of promise and setbacks. The 22-year-old Michigan native began the year with strong play, but a broken jaw in December sidelined him for over a month. Upon returning, he failed to replicate his initial success, posting just three points in his first 11 games back. However, a recent four-game scoring streak—highlighted by two goals and four assists—has signaled a potential turning point. His game-winning goal in a 3-2 overtime victory against the Utah Mammoth last night has reignited confidence in his ability to deliver in high-stakes moments. For the Blackhawks, Nazar’s resurgence is more than personal. As one of the team’s most important forwards behind Connor Bedard, his performance directly impacts the club’s chances of competing for playoff contention. General manager Kyle Davidson’s decision to extend Nazar’s contract last summer, despite his entry-level status, underscores the organization’s belief in his potential. The team now relies on him to step up when Bedard is off his game, a role that has become increasingly vital as the season progresses. Nazar’s recent form has also drawn comparisons to his rookie season, when he played his best hockey toward the end of the campaign.#chicago_blackhawks #frank_nazar #utah_mammoth #kyle_davidson #iihf_world_championship
