USA vs Slovakia: Live World Juniors Score and Highlights

The world junior hockey championship continues to heat up as the United States prepares to face Slovakia. The two teams will meet on Monday, December 29, 2025, at 6 p.m. ET. The game will take place at the Grand Casino Arena in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Viewers can catch the game on the NHL Network or stream it via Fubo and Sling TV.

USA vs. Slovakia: A Preliminary Round Showdown

The United States has a solid record in the tournament, currently at 2-0, having already secured a spot in the quarterfinals. Their journey included a 6-3 win against Germany and a narrow 2-1 victory over Switzerland. However, they face a challenge with the absence of Cole Hutson. He was injured during the game against Switzerland and will miss this matchup.

Recent Performance and Team Adjustments

In the previous game against Switzerland, Hutson suffered a head injury and needed to be stretchered off the ice. Fortunately, he has been evaluated at the hospital and released, but remains day-to-day. His injury is a significant loss for Team USA, which will adjust its defensive pairings for the upcoming match against Slovakia.

Match Preview: Key Players and Strategies

• Will Zellers leads the USA with three goals and four points in the tournament.
• Tomas Chrenko has been a standout player, scoring a hat trick against Germany.
• Adam Kleber boasts a +5 rating, reflecting his solid defensive play.
• Michal Svrcek is a key player for Slovakia, having scored important goals in previous matches.

Tournament Format and Points System

In the tournament, teams earn three points for a regulation win, two for an overtime win, and one for an overtime loss. Following their game against Slovakia, the USA will conclude the preliminary round with a match against Sweden, which stands at 3-0 after defeating Germany.

Live Updates and Coverage

El-Balad will provide live updates during the USA vs. Slovakia game. Fans can follow along for real-time insights and highlights. The team aims to secure another victory to solidify their standing in the tournament before heading into the quarterfinals.

As the teams prepare for this exciting clash, all eyes will be on the ice to see whether the USA can continue their winning streak despite the challenges they face.