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Top players, teams to watch at 2025 World Junior Championship

The 10-team tournament starts Thursday, with the best under-20 players in hockey. Here are the gold medal favorites and players set to break out.

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Florida takes on Tampa Bay after Reinhart's 2-goal performance

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Devils take home winning streak into matchup with the Rangers

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