Pittsburgh Penguins' defensive prospect Harrison Brunicke came through in a key moment of Canada's World Junior Championship opener against Czechia on Friday.

Watch the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship in Canada with this complete TV and streaming guide, including channels, start times and viewing options for every game as Canada chases gold.

Day one of the World Junior Championships is in the books, and there is plenty of action and storylines to cover in this recap.

Czechia will face Canada in this U20 hockey matchup at the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship on Friday.

Here's everything you need to know about Canada vs Czechia in the World Juniors Championship on Friday, Dec. 26. Follow the live updates and scores.

The World Juniors kicked off on Boxing Day with a four-pack of games featuring the tournament's presumptive top five teams.

Zayne Parekh scored twice, Canada had four goals in the third period and the Canadians defeated Czechia 7-5 at the World Junior Championships.

Canada faces Latvia at the 2026 World Juniors looking to build on its opening win, with memories of last year’s stunning shootout loss still fresh.

The World Juniors are back in the United States for the first time since 2018, with the host nation and its closest neighbor once again among the favorites to win gold. Team USA and Canada have split the last six IIHF World Juniors titles,

It’s only the third day of the 2026 World Junior Championship in Minnesota and the tournament is already delivering in the excitement department.