Amherstburg native Michael DiPietro will start in goal Wednesday night when Canada takes on Switzerland in a pre-tournament game at the World Junior Championship in Victoria, B.C.
Team Canada has announced Maple Leafs' prospect Ian Scott will get the start in goal Friday night when Canada takes on Slovakia. The starter for the final tune-up game against Finland on Sunday is to be determined.
Former Spitfire Gabe Vilardi will not suit up for Canada at this year's tournament, which opens Boxing Day.
The Kingston, Ont, native has been dealing with nagging back problems for the past two years