GDT: Group A • Dec. 26 • Finland vs. USA

[Keeptdos]

I was unimpressed with Auston Matthews. But then I remember that he's younger than anyone out there. Still thought he would be at least "average". That line with him and Schmaltz was rough.

Puljujärvi says hello.

 

[OttawaRoughRiderFan*]

Yeah, there has been like 6-7 posts about that typo, you all know what he mean't just reply with something proper. Pretty ridiculous that some of us think it's really that funny.

Yup. Cut the guy a break.

 

[VinikToWinIt]

Eichel with a dominant 1-pt performance

Considering there was 1 goal...

EDIT: He also scored in the shootout.

 

[Brun0]

well it was first real game in small ice for finns. IMAAGINE how much better we will just get.




Its no wonder we are the regaining champs. we will beat these americans if we face later on.

Canada should be scared.


And 2016 Puljujärvi >>>>> Mathews

It will be a Finland vs Russia/Sweden final again.

 

[Kharkov]

Nedeljkovic is one of them, was the best goalie at the U-18s last year and is ridiculously athletic. On the smaller side (6'0), very much a reflexes goalie.

Not having the greatest year with Plymouth though, but that team's awful on the whole this year.

Is he going to play?

Demko looked shaky atleast in first period but was better later I think.

 

[behemolari]

Bluh... My phone decided "speaking up" made more sense than "sneaking up".

Damn lazy by me.

Also, I respectfully agree with your sarcasm!

but everyone always predict before games that, so it must be right, right?

 

[Cellee]

Considering there was 1 goal...

EDIT: He also scored in the shootout.

He already confirmed the comment was not sarcasm.

 

[llwyd]

Kapanen was big disappointment and I don't think he is injured.

Well, what about that wrist injury - he is rumoured to be still suffering from it.

 

[Cellee]

but everyone always predict before games that, so it must be right, right?

Seems to be that way.

I don't get it.

 

[SanDogBrewin]

my prediction for the tournament;

1. URA
2. Canara
3. Rinland

That's good stuff

 

[llwyd]

Where did I say that they played badly?Only thing that I said was that Husso saved their ass and I dont think that it's wrong to say that.They did have their chances and they played great but the fact is that Husso made some great saves that should have been goals.So to be clear I'm more than happy about their play today and not whining.

Ok - I just got wrongly a sort of "steal" impression from your post. You can say that after maybe 45-10 in shots and 9-2 in great scoring chances, but this game was pretty even, so it's difficult to point just to Husso as good as he was.

 

[trick9]

I was unimpressed with Auston Matthews. But then I remember that he's younger than anyone out there. Still thought he would be at least "average". That line with him and Schmaltz was rough.

Finns have '16 eligible guy aswell.

You could definitely see why Matthews is considered among the best players in the '16 draft, he's great skater with good size.

People saying that he's the clear #1 pick are kidding themselves though. The guy was a puck hog in that game and took 2 stupid penalties after turning the puck over. I was more impressed with Puljujarvi in this game although he was playing much smaller role.

 

[FinPanda]

Puljujärvi was good. Not awesome, but good. Had his bad moments but he is solid on this stage.

 

[DaveG]

Is he going to play?

Demko looked shaky atleast in first period but was better later I think.

Not sure. Being Canes property I'd like to see it happen but right now I think it's Demko's job to lose.

The US has used 2 goalies in the tournament in the past though, notably 2010 when they won the gold and rotated between Mike Lee and Jack Campbell.

They also have Brandon Halverson there this year. Not sure which of the two they'd go with between Ned and Halverson.

 

[behemolari]

Finns have '16 eligible guy aswell.

You could definitely see why Matthews is considered among the best players in the '16 draft, he's great skater with good size.

People saying that he's the clear #1 pick are kidding themselves though. The guy was a puck hog in that game and took 2 stupid penalties after turning the puck over. I was more impressed with Puljujarvi in this game although he was playing much smaller role.

I've been most impressed by Laine, pity he is not playing..

 

[SabresSharks]

The talent is there, but quite a disappointing game for the US. Not enough shots, not enough intensity, too much individual play, mental errors, poor passing, bobbled pucks, unimaginative and slow-developing PP. The PK was easily the best aspect of this game.

It often takes top teams a few games to establish themselves in this tourney, and the coaching staff to determine the best combinations. I expect the US to learn plenty from this game, and be much better from here on out.

Finns played a fine game, and could have easily won. As usual, they had excellent goaltending and elevated their game against a favored opponent.

 

[magic school bus]

Especially when he sits in the box for half the game. His penalties were stupid and needless.

Yeah, he was bad today. Didn't look like he was on his level.

 

[Cellee]

well it was first real game in small ice for finns. IMAAGINE how much better we will just get.




Its no wonder we are the regaining champs. we will beat these americans if we face later on.

Canada should be scared.


And 2016 Puljujärvi >>>>> Mathews

It will be a Finland vs Russia/Sweden final again.

canada should certainly respect the Finns. I don't think they should/will fear anybody.

 

[SabresSharks]

Anyone see what prompted the scuffling behind the Finnish net between Eichel and Honka?

 

[behemolari]

canada should certainly respect the Finns. I don't think they should/will fear anybody.

Swedes.

Even Finns were superior to any others, there's always Swedes. Mental thing.

Perfect example here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jw8rdOYShYs

 

[Giuseppe Sallo]

Matthews is a liability. No hockey IQ. Sure he's young but those penalties would prove costly.

 

[Cellee]

Swedes.

Even Finns were superior to any others, there's always Swedes. Mental thing.

Perfect example here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jw8rdOYShYs

I meant Canada won't fear anybody.

But I don't think Finland should fear Sweden either.

 

[Giuseppe Sallo]

I respect the Finns, they are my pick to win GOLD. Why? Cause they can forecheck and play hard. Defence can win games but you also need timely scoring. Canada & USA are favorites but they gotta respect their opponents.

 

[behemolari]

I meant Canada won't fear anybody.

But I don't think Finland should fear Sweden either.

Canara fearing any other country give me a break. They're no.1 to beat always in hockey no matter stage, age or gender.

 

[ecemleafs]

Matthews is a liability. No hockey IQ. Sure he's young but those penalties would prove costly.

yeah 2 stick infractions in a single game proves low hockey iq.