2011 Usa World Junior Hockey Roster
The 2011 USA World Junior Hockey Roster featured some of the best young talents in American hockey. This group of players came together to represent their country at the highest level of international competition, and they did not disappoint. Here is a look at the team that represented the United States at the 2011 World Junior Hockey Championships.
Forwards
The forward group for the United States was led by Charlie Coyle, who was the team's leading scorer with seven points in six games. Coyle was a key player for Boston University at the time, and he went on to have a successful NHL career with the Minnesota Wild and other teams.
Other notable forwards on the roster included Chris Kreider, who would go on to become a Stanley Cup champion with the New York Rangers in 2014, and Kyle Palmieri, who has had a successful career with the Anaheim Ducks and New Jersey Devils.
Defensemen
The defense group for the United States was led by Jon Merrill, who was a top prospect for the New Jersey Devils at the time. Merrill was a dominant force on the blue line for Team USA, and he ended up with six points in six games.
Other notable defensemen on the roster included Justin Faulk, who has had a successful NHL career with the Carolina Hurricanes, and Derek Forbort, who has played for the Los Angeles Kings and Calgary Flames.
Goaltenders
The United States had two strong goaltenders on their roster in 2011, with Jack Campbell and Andy Iles splitting time in net. Campbell was a top prospect for the Dallas Stars at the time, while Iles played for Cornell University in the NCAA.
Campbell ended up playing in four games for Team USA, finishing with a 2-1 record and a .928 save percentage. Iles played in two games, finishing with a 1-1 record and a .893 save percentage.
Conclusion
The 2011 USA World Junior Hockey Roster was a talented group of young players who represented their country with pride and skill. While they ultimately fell short of their ultimate goal, which was winning gold at the World Junior Hockey Championships, they left a lasting impression on the hockey world.
Many of the players on this roster went on to have successful careers in the NHL and other professional leagues, and they will always be remembered for their contributions to American hockey.
