Chicago Blackhawks prospect Mason West doesn't get enough credit for the athletic journey he is on. With West putting all his athletic abilities into his hockey future, the payoff might be huge for the Blackhawks, and the massive forward's first goal is making his country's World Junior team. Mason West's chances of making Team USADespite performing well at the World Junior Summer Showcase, The Athletic bluntly left West off their projected roster for the tournament. The good news for West is that he has half of a college season to prove that he is worthy of that spot. West recorded 25 points in 38 USHL games last season after winning his state championship.