GDT: Game 10: Canada Vs Russia | 1PM EST 7PM CET | RUS 6 - 0 CAN

[Marcobruin]

7-2 Canada. Russia has no match for Lafreniere/Hayton/McMichael/Byfield.

Don't think any country is a match for Canada this year

 

[Eegs]

If Canada doesn’t score 2-3 in the first 10 minutes, Russia takes it

Very odd take right there

 

[NOTENOUGHJTCGOALS]

Whoever wins it is the refs fault.

 

[BigBadBoar]

If Canada wins this one it will put Russia under serious pressure.

 

[Gold Standard]

these Canada v Russia games are not what they once were. can't match the intensity and entertainment value of a border clash with the Americans.

but should be the match of the day nonetheless.

4-2 W for the Maple Leaf.

 

[Hattrickkane88]

Canada hasn't dominated Russia physically in like 10 years, at any level. Russia has totally caught up to Canada in this department.
That said, I like Canada's skill level here.
4-2 Canucks

Ten years ago doesn't matter it's about the teams this yearX

 

[lakai17]

Byfield looks like a 17 year old out there. He’s a great prospect but Inwant to see more from him if he gets put into a top 6 spot.

And what does Lafreniere look like out there I ask you?

 

[vippe]

If Russia wins today, this group is set up for a crazy last few rounds.

 

[vippe]

And what does Lafreniere look like out there I ask you?

Like an 18 year old first overall pick. Stellar.
He looked like a 17 year old last years WJC though

 

[FreeWalk]

6-2 W for the Cska Moscow.

 

[NyQuil]

I suspect the Russians will play with more desperation which could mean a lot in a short tournament like this.

Special teams will be the difference as per the usual in a IIHF tournament.

 

[JackSlater]

Looking forward to a good game. I'll say 4-3 Canada as I don't believe in either group defensively.

 

[Marky9er]

In this bonkers tournament I'm surprised any of you would be arrogant about a prediction. I did notice Canada's size against the Americans and something about it boded well. That said they could look entirely snake bitten tomorrow and maybe even lose to the Czechs.

5-4 for one side or the other.

 

[Jaska]

Don't think any country is a match for Canada this year

I'm trying to remember a year I didn't read comments like this.

 

[sdf]

I f***ing tired of bragin, i want larionov as coach

 

[Statsy]

The real interesting question is what direction Bragin goes with the goaltending. Has Askarov lost his spot? Surely such a highly touted keeper gets another chance, but as was eluded to in earlier posts, this game has serious implications for Russia if they lose. That might mean Miftakhov gets the start in this one and then they play it by ear going forward. Probably a short leash for whichever goalie gets the nod, as is Bragin’s style. Canada has definitely run into hot Russian goaltending numerous times before, and it would be nice if the guy we face doesn’t seem super-human for a change.

 

[Yakushev72]

Canada looked impressive against the U.S. They were fast and moved the puck well. It will be interesting to see if Russia can compete this year.

 

[TheGoldenJet]

And what does Lafreniere look like out there I ask you?

Canada’s best winger by far. Almost as if they snuck a 21 year old into the tournament.

 

[NyQuil]

Canada’s best winger by far. Almost as if they snuck a 21 year old into the tournament.

Best forward.

 

[jj cale]

I will echo the sentiment that it will most likely come down to special teams.

 

[Love]

Can't believe how mis-aligned the divisions are.

Canada Russia US Czechs in one division.

Swedes and Fins in the other.

I would put the Swiss / Slovaks at 7th 8th in ranking.

Germany Khaz are in much lower level.

Russia loses to Canada and then has to face the US? They could easily be 0 - 3 with a decent team. That Russia US game will be huge.

Germany is a lot better than you think

 

[Chiarelli]

And what does Lafreniere look like out there I ask you?

Generational ...

 

[sdf]

I will cheer for rrrussians. Slavic power

 

[Zine]

The real interesting question is what direction Bragin goes with the goaltending. Has Askarov lost his spot? Surely such a highly touted keeper gets another chance, but as was eluded to in earlier posts, this game has serious implications for Russia if they lose. That might mean Miftakhov gets the start in this one and then they play it by ear going forward. Probably a short leash for whichever goalie gets the nod, as is Bragin’s style. Canada has definitely run into hot Russian goaltending numerous times before, and it would be nice if the guy we face doesn’t seem super-human for a change.

According to Larionov, Miftakhov will get the start.

 

[Ginger Papa]

Germany is a lot better than you think