I went with some younger guys/people I think might say yes to an invite. The tournament is a great tool for development/ a source of pride for guys who would never make the Olympic team imo. Lots of other options tho, don’t get me wrong!
So many options really. I'd hope Jeff Skinner gets a call. Just a great bounce back for him this season. I'm sure he isn't allowed to go but Tyler Bertuzzi would look good out there.
Usually pending UFAs or RFAs are not taking part in World Championships as they don't want to risk injury that'd impact their market value. Naturally there's bound to be some exceptions but usually that's the case.
Doubt you'd see either Jo or Formenton go, given their respective contract negotiations looming. Drake Batherson gets the call first anyway, and I'd be shocked to see him pass it up again.