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all the progress that has been made in the United States and for all the great players who have come to the NHL from Russia, Sweden, Finland and other European countries, there is no doubt that the majority of the best hockey players in the world are Canadian-born.
Great players come from provinces like Quebec, Alberta, Saskatchewan and British Columbia. However, there is also little doubt that the best players in the game are from Ontario.
The biggest reason is the numbers game. Ontario is the most populous of the Canadian provinces and it also has a slew of great junior programs that allow the best hockey players to develop their talent.
Some of the best junior programs in Ontario include the Toronto Marlboros, Toronto Jr. Canadiens, ...
Read Full Article at Bleacher Report - Pittsburgh Penguins
Great players come from provinces like Quebec, Alberta, Saskatchewan and British Columbia. However, there is also little doubt that the best players in the game are from Ontario.
The biggest reason is the numbers game. Ontario is the most populous of the Canadian provinces and it also has a slew of great junior programs that allow the best hockey players to develop their talent.
Some of the best junior programs in Ontario include the Toronto Marlboros, Toronto Jr. Canadiens, ...
Read Full Article at Bleacher Report - Pittsburgh Penguins