Cooley & Pospisil Shine at IIHF Worlds

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Two Calgary Flames players just got the call-up to keep their seasons alive into spring at the 2026 I.I.H.F. World Hockey Championships in.

Switzerland, gold tender Devon Cooley suits up for the United States while forward Martin Pospicell reps Lavakia.

This news dropped during Friday's exit interviews. Cooley, the 28-year-old backup, wrapped his first full NHL year on a high note.

He posted a 10-win, 10-loss, 6 overtime record over 31 games, with a 2.69 goals against average and a 0.909, safe percentage.

Coming up through college, the ECHL and AHL, he earned the Flames nod for the Bill Masterton trophy.

Pospicell 26 and in his third NHL campaign, faced a tough road with injuries derailing his start.

He played just 22 games for three points after a long concussion recovery. Still, he's a regular for Slovakia, including at this year's Winter Olympics, and this tournament could spark his momentum.

The event runs May 15th through 31st in Zurich and Freibord. For Cooley, it's his first big shot with USA hockey after grinding the minors.

Both guys get a prime chance to shine internationally, building buzz as the Flames gear up for next season.