Team Canada is down a forward in the world juniors semifinal.
After landing a big hit on Czechia's Matyas Man, Canada's Brady Martin went to the bench in pain, did not return for the second period and has since been confirmed out for the rest of the game.
Martin has been a key leader for the Canadians and ranks eighth in tournament scoring with four goals and four assists.
With the Predators prospect out, Team Canada is down to only 11 forwards with no space to dress another because they chose to dress eight defencemen.
The 18-year-old was picked fifth overall by Nashville in the 2025 draft.