Report: McDavid will play in World Championship

Connor McDavid is reportedly going to play competitive hockey in the spring, after all.

The Edmonton Oilers forward plans to suit up for Canada in the World Championship next month, TSN's Darren Dreger reported on Tuesday's edition of "Insider Trading."

McDavid will battle Buffalo Sabres forward Jack Eichel and projected first overall pick Auston Matthews, who'll play for the United States, according to the report.

Dreger said Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly is expected to join McDavid on Team Canada.

Carolina Hurricanes head coach Bill Peters will guide the Canadian squad at the tournament, which takes place May 6-22 in Russia.