GDT: Canada vs. USA | 15 February 2025 | 2000hrs EST | THIS IS OUTHOUSE! | Mod warning Post #2

[Czechboy]

Thanks to a certain political situation, I imagine this match is going to get spicy between players and fans alike.

I hope they boo the guy saying 'please be respectful to the anthem'.lol

But yes, this game has a cold war feel to it. Can't wait! For the game, not the cold war.lol

 

[Bgav]

 

[Czechboy]

The pull back in the final second always gets me.lol

 

[QuizGuy66]

Canada regulation win would make an intriguing final round as the standings would be Canada and USA with 5 points and Sweden and Finland with 2. Could have a 4-way tie

 

[ColbyChaos]

Still ridiculous Kreiders bum ass is even on the team. Dude in no part whether it be past play last season, or current play this season, deserve to play over Kane or even DeBrincat.

 

[centipede2233]

They took Canada to OT but can't beat US? Why?

Because they lost to Finland who lost 6-1 to the US…

 

[JPeeper]

Why try a different goalie when you can play the one that showed up for one of the four periods. Albeit the most important period, but still you can at least give Hill a chance to see if he shows up for more than 1/10th of the game.

 

[CycloneSweep]

Binnington looked shaky think they're gonna regret going back to him.

Yep. So far looks like it’s a 3 way tie for second with the USA in first. Helle vs Binnington is the biggest goalie gap in the tournament.

 

[SmoggyTwinkles]

Can we take Jay and Dan if we win?

That putt is good, take it away that's a birdie.

 

[CycloneSweep]

They took Canada to OT but can't beat US? Why?

Cause they lost to Finland who got destroyed by the UsA?

 

[Czechboy]

Cause they lost to Finland who got destroyed by the UsA?

Who took Canada to OT.

 

[Zalos]

Canada regulation win would make an intriguing final round as the standings would be Canada and USA with 5 points and Sweden and Finland with 2. Could have a 4-way tie

No, that'd be... CAN (5), USA (3), FIN (2), SWE (2).

 

[Rabid Ranger]

I find it very hard to bet against Canada on home ice but if there's an iteration of an American team that can do so I think it's this one. The "X" factor for me is going to be how the U.S. defense handles the speed of the Canadian forwards. As a team, the U.S. is going to have to take care of the puck and avoid sloppy turnovers, especially in the neutral zone. Guys like Eichel and Hughes may need to rein it in a touch.

 

[Sidney the Kidney]

I have every confidence in Canada being able to match up to the USA in all areas except in net. Hopefully Binnington can prove me wrong tonight, but I think that's going to be where the US's biggest advantage will be.

 

[McBeastMode]

My aunt has that exact same coat..

 

[SmoggyTwinkles]

I'm cheering for Canada and no way do I want Matthews to show up and take over!

 

[PanniniClaus]

I think Binnington has more than a punchers chance to outshine playoff Helly. Friedman says his nipples are erect in anticipation of this game. Mine too.

 

[hockeyguy0022]

All the kids talking Mcdavid this, Matthews that, Mckinnon there. Daddy Sid is going to remind everyone (again) why he was/is "the next one".

You can see the generational shift in discussion these days just from age. Nice to see Sid remind everyone of his position among the previous and current greats.

If the last 10 years, are anything like the next 10, this could be the best hockey game in the world for the next 10 years. Last time best on best canada/usa was played was 2014 olympics.

 

[BigDaddyLurch]

My aunt has that exact same coat..

...how's her hairline??...

 

[Rabid Ranger]

Still ridiculous Kreiders bum ass is even on the team. Dude in no part whether it be past play last season, or current play this season, deserve to play over Kane or even DeBrincat.

Yeah, he wouldn't have been out of place last year but he's having a rough go of it this year. The problem is you aren't going to have guys like Keller, Thompson, DeBrincat, etc in a 4th line role. I probably would have went with Knies or Tuch instead.

 

[SmoggyTwinkles]

My aunt has that exact same coat..

Is it London Fog? Tell me more about your aunt btw...........

 

[leafsfan5]

I have every confidence in Canada being able to match up to the USA in all areas except in net. Hopefully Binnington can prove me wrong tonight, but I think that's going to be where the US's biggest advantage will be.

Playoff Helly making an appearance would be really nice

 

[BigDaddyLurch]

Playoff Helly making an appearance would be really nice

...and 2019 Binnington...

 

[NWWisconsinDuck]

I’ll just say this to my Canadian friends before puck drop tonight and emotions fly

I appreciate you guys, your country, this game and this rivalry.

Cheers, friends. Let’s have a night.

 

[Killing Joke]

I find it very hard to bet against Canada on home ice but if there's an iteration of an American team that can do so I think it's this one. The "X" factor for me is going to be how the U.S. defense handles the speed of the Canadian forwards. As a team, the U.S. is going to have to take care of the puck and avoid sloppy turnovers, especially in the neutral zone. Guys like Eichel and Hughes may need to rein it in a touch.

I mean, Canada's d isn't exactly great and have guys who absolutely fold under pressure of a forecheck.

Neither team is gonna wanna feed the other teams top transition players with shitty turnovers.