Kraken Prospects Shine at Team Canada's World Junior Summer Showcase

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Vince Carbonneau
August 4, 2024 (3:36 PM)

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Seattle Kraken prospects Berkly Catton and Carson Rehkopf wrapped up their week with Team Canada at the 2024 World Junior Summer Showcase, proving they deserve roster spots come December.

Rehkopf, who played with Team Canada during the 2024 World Juniors, was a standout offensive performer, scoring two goals and four points. During the WJSS, the 19-year-old showcased his goal-scoring instincts and play-driving ability, excelling on a line with Catton.

Catton displayed his deep offensive toolkit throughout the week, making impactful plays with the puck nearly every time he touched it. His vision and creativity shone brightly as he contributed to many of Canada's goals.

Steven Ellis of the Daily Faceoff listed Catton as one of the standouts for Team Canada, saying:

It felt like Catton was making smart, effective plays in both ends more often than not. For a summer game, his footwork looked like he was in midseason form already and his pass to Jett Luchanko on the 3-2 goal late in the second was huge for Canada's momentum. He then won a race for the puck while shorthanded in the third and fed Denver Barkey for the 3-3 goal - that was pretty. There's going to be plenty of competition for a spot on center at the WJC, but I think Catton's speed and smarts will lift him over.

Rehkopf, barring any injuries, is expected to be on Canada's roster. If Catton continues to play at the level he's shown, he'll likely secure his spot on the roster before the pre-tournament camp even begins.

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