GDT: Canada vs USA, Group A, Dec 31 2024; 20:00 EST

[DoubleGold]

Congrats USA

 

[Ryder71]

Congrats USA

Was there ever any doubt?

 

[DuklaNation]

Seemed clear a strategy used by US was baiting Canada into penalties. It worked out well. I expected US to win more by through talent vs through Canada's reckless mistakes.

 

[LeafsNet]

The whole team is a disgrace!

Definitely agree, but I think there’s a bigger picture here about a cultural shift occurring, but maybe that’s a discussion for another time.

 

[Deep Blue Metallic]

PLAY FREE BIRD!!!

 

[Ryder71]

Definitely agree, but I think there’s a bigger picture here about a cultural shift occurring, but maybe that’s a discussion for another time.

Clearly not the place and time to delve in but I concur.

 

[Dynamic]

Well frustrating to watch if you’re a CAN fan. First game in a couple years I paid to watch and I loved the intensity but sweet Jesus wtf was that!?

I know they are kids but those penalties were all deserved and plain stupid. Plus nobody can hit the net. CAN had plenty of good looks but everyone is so……unclutch. Even when they were around the net you knew they were gonna f**k it up. Just odd watching these top prospects dipsy doodle too the net and then turn to some Junior C player around the net.

 

[Szechwan]

I’d rather them not. Management and coaching needs to suffer for their consequences. Things like this always bring out the best in future Canadian rosters.

Uh bro we finished 5th last year, I don't think your theory holds up even within the last 12 months

 

[SensFactor]

Team roster is missing offensive weapons from the backend.

 

[ottsabrefan]

He didn't have much to do. Most of Canada's best chances the shots missed the net.

As someone who was at the game I find most of these comments pretty entertaining and misguided. Canada controlled that game 5 on 5 and if it wasn’t for some pretty poor reffing and undisciplined penalties Canada would have walked away with the win.

They were the better team, but a lack of finish and help from the refs gave US the win. Augustine was solid and was tested with many scrambles in right. Hopefully, Canada figures out how to finish ASAP, otherwise it will be a short finish. But, it wouldn’t be the first time the new years winner got bumped out by the loser of that game. Nothing has been determined yet.

 

[johnnyonthspot]

A change in attitude is needed. Team Canada players have to adjust their thinking and play for each other, for the good of the team. It can be done, but will it?
I will wait to see.

stop the selfish penalties

I blame the TSN effect. These young guys are thrown into the spotlight, treated like rock stars and expected to gel as a team when the focus is on the individual . This is shades of last year!

 

[ottsabrefan]

Folks online blaming Cowan for the loss. Y’all need you get out of your feelings about the Leafs, it ain’t his fault.

I’m really hoping he shows up to the tourney soon. We need him…

 

[bigdog16]

PLAY FREE BIRD!!!

Free Bird is epic and should forever be Team USA’s goal song at any international event. A pure masterclass

 

[The Gr8 Dane]

It was a pretty good game to watch, I wish Canada was at least dynamic though we looked like ass . Really makes you wonder why we don't just bring our most talented kids

 

[22Brad Park]

4-1 usa win prove me wrong boys

u nailed it

 

[22Brad Park]

Seemed clear a strategy used by US was baiting Canada into penalties. It worked out well. I expected US to win more by through talent vs through Canada's reckless mistakes.

Canada mistakes was bad penalties allowing that talent to snipe it everytime blocker side.Don't stay out of the box not winning.

 

[Deep Blue Metallic]

Weird game.

USA obviously the more talented team. Canada so stupid giving away the game with undisciplined penalties.

My money's on Canada if there's a rematch.

 

[End on a Hinote]

Weird game.

USA obviously the more talented team. Canada so stupid giving away the game with undisciplined penalties.

My money's on Canada if there's a rematch.

I hate to disagree, but I must. Canada has been undisciplined all tournament long. Can't see them improving that much at this point.

 

[Ducati Boy]

Canada lacking flair and finish so far makes it more interesting in a way. If they gel enough to pull off a gold or even make it to the finals it will feel so much sweeter than normal now.

 

[Deep Blue Metallic]

All of Lane's talent, but I'm thinking Cole has better judgement.

Trey was superb, but USA doesn't win tonight without Cole's brilliance.

 

[llwyd]

Yeah I'm only kidding, Canada's B-team would be favorites to win gold. Especially with the omissions this year

I have to say that every time people start mentioning Canada's B, C, D, E, Z etc teams, it's a sign Canada has lost a game or a tournament...

 

[thaman8765678]

I bet they dont take a single selfish penalty in quarters. And they were fine defending and moving puck 5v5. The scoring touch is the biggest concern.

I wouldn't take that bet when we have absolute brainless morons like Easton Cowan on the roster.

They should ship him to Siberia before the next game.

 

[EbonyRaptor]

Canada left some of their best scorers home - M.Misa and Lardis to name a couple.

 

[trilobyte]

Weird game.

USA obviously the more talented team. Canada so stupid giving away the game with undisciplined penalties.

My money's on Canada if there's a rematch.

I think the talent level is pretty even.
There is something not quite right with Canada's scoring threat. They have to be more commanding in the slot area.

Augustine was very good. Team USA played a good game and deserved the win.

 

[Lemmiwinks]

Canada has penalty troubles literally every WJC tournament. Some years their talent overcomes it, some years it doesn’t.