More youth, few surprises in Canada Olympic camp (AP)

CALGARY, Alberta – Sidney Crosby, left off the team as an 18-year-old in 2006, was among 46 players invited Thursday to the Canada Olympic hockey orientation camp next month. Also chosen were the NHL's three Staal brothers, five goaltenders and Colorado forward Joe Sakic, who turns 40 next week and would be the team's oldest player if selected. Executive director Steve Yzerman said the 23-man team won't necessarily be chosen from those attending, although all the 2002 and 2006 Olympians were in camp. Among those not selected for the Aug. 24-27 camp in Calgary are forwards Steven Stamkos, Marc Savard and Jason Spezza, goaltenders Chris Osgood, Carey Price and Marty Turco and defenseman Brian Campbell. "We spent a lot of time, had a lot of discussion," Yzerman said. "What we've tried to do is build a list and cover all of the... [read full story]                    

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