KT at Canada's U20 development camp

Canada's U20 development camp wraps up today, and KT has received some press. KT may not be available to particpate in the WJC as he'll likely be with Phoenix. Here's what he has to say about the situation.

"I'm kind of aware of it. If I'm in Phoenix, that's my dream come true. And if I come back here, it's always an honour to represent your country, so either way, it's a win-win situation."

"The coaches haven't addressed it, they just said come out and work hard. Just from my perspective, it's a new coaching staff and you want to impress them."

Turris scored a goal for Team White in the second intrasquad scrimmage. TSN has highlights -- Turris scores the 2nd goal -- he's #25 on the left of your screen. TSN also has an interview with KT.

I haven't seen much press about Brendan Smith or Cody Goloubef. Goloubef, of course, did not participate in any of the one-ice sessions. TSN has a feature on the defensemen at the camp, but neither Badger is mentioned.

A few random items

• As you know, Cody Goloubef, Brendan Smith, and Kyle Turris were invited to participate in Canada's U20 Development Camp that is currently underway (July 25-30). However, Goloubef will only be attending the first 2 days and will not participate in any on-ice sessions, as he is reportedly recovering from an injury. According to this article, the final U20 roster will be announced later this year in early December. In addition to being evaluated at the Development Camp, the players will also be scouted this fall.
  


• On HIW, DPlaya shares an interesting conversation he had recently regarding Badger recruiting. I'm not surprised to hear "over-recuriting" being used by other teams against the Badgers, but I'm a bit surprised that the "defensive style of play" was not used. Anyway, thanks for sharing, DP.



• Adam Burish can't wait to play at Wrigley field.



• And in the "just plain goofy" department -- apparently the Iowa Chops (AHL) have offered Brett Favre a hockey contract. Thanks to Mirtle (who wonders if Favre can even skate) for the link.