McAvoy, Van Riemsdyk heading to worlds to boost USA's blue line

Boston Bruins rookie defenseman Charlie McAvoy and Chicago Blackhawks rearguard Trevor van Riemsdyk have been added to Team USA's roster for the upcoming World Championships.

McAvoy, who debuted impressively in the first round of the playoffs this month, will suit up for his fifth team this year, having represented both the Boston Bruins, Providence Bruins, Boston University, and USA's gold medal-winning world junior squad.

Van Riemsdyk, meanwhile, played in 58 games for the Blackhawks this season, and will serve as one of the more experienced members of a young D-corps.

USA's tournament begins May 5 versus Germany.