The definition of exceptional
Canada’s lone 16-year-old at the Hlinka Memorial, Joseph Veleno is proving age is just a number.
www.hockeycanada.cawas born in January 13, 2000 in Montreal, Canada, is an ice hockey center. He spent time within Detroit's organization until joining the Montreal Canadiens in July 2025. He captured gold for Canada at the 2023 World Championship. During the 2023 World Championship, Veleno faced a suspension incident after a high-sticks penalty against Nino Niederreiter, leading to a five-game ban.