GDT: WJC Finland - Canada, Dec 26, 2023

[jj cale]

I tried saying Rousseau a gamer lol

He needs more then that to prove he is the right guy here but I hope you are bang on.

 

[Luolis]

The story of Finnish hockey now, can't score from our chances, next the other team will.

I feel like thats the traditional way

 

[HabSgt]

Thank you to whoever made this thread Live

 

[Svedu]

I mean Canada are big time favorites but I didn't know we would miss Kemell this much. He would be much more effective and cool with the puck than anyone has been so far. That experience surely is missed.
I'm not satisfied with the D's and those who should be decent in their own zone. Looking really bad.

Could have been 3-1 Canada. Kokko saved Finlands sorry *ss in this first period.

 

[deleted user]

Nice first period. Let's keep this going!

 

[snipes]

A bit sloppy. I thought both goalies were excellent.

Canada needs to get more physicality going on the forecheck. The Finnish D don’t look overly mobile or quick. Get pucks in on them and aggressive on the forecheck.

Ahoy matey!!

Another year brother. Hope you and your family are doing well.

 

[fahad203]

I mean Canada are big time favorites but I didn't know we would miss Kemell this much. He would be much more effective and cool with the puck than anyone has been so far. That experience surely is missed.
I'm not satisfied with the D's and those who should be decent in their own zone. Looking really bad.

Could have been 3-1 Canada. Kokko saved Finlands sorry *ss in this first period.

I really hate it when a key player for a team is missing. Especially someone who plays multi role, he can be so impactful. Just knowing you have a sniper
Big loss for Finland

 

[FinPanda]

Good Canada against the underwhelming Finnish team. Nothing surprising here.

 

[nucks88]

Nice first period. Let's keep this going!

Nerves will be a bit better in the second…..

 

[fahad203]

Ahhhh Borje
You were something else

 

[Jussi]

Anyone else not a fan of the light show when a team scores?

 

[notbias]

I really hate it when a key player for a team is missing. Especially someone who plays multi role, he can be so impactful. Just knowing you have a sniper
Big loss for Finland

I'm happy lots of players miss...

Makes the tournament more interesting... Canada is 100% taking gold this year if all players eligible play.

This will vary each year, but I think the tournament is much more predictable if all eligible players play.

 

[JackSlater]

Good period for Canada to start off, looked a lot better than Finland in the first at least. Credit to Rousseau for a huge save on Finland's chance. A bit of sloppiness, Warren is going to be sloppy with the puck (not that he should have it much) but Bonk needs to settle down. I'd like to see Celebrini get a few more shifts at even strength. Poitras looked like the best player for Canada that period, with Savoie not far behind.

 

[fahad203]

Anyone else not a fan of the light show when a team scores?

A bit childish to me to be honest. But not going to lose my sleep over it

 

[deleted user]

I kinda like the lights.

 

[king89]

I mean Canada are big time favorites but I didn't know we would miss Kemell this much. He would be much more effective and cool with the puck than anyone has been so far. That experience surely is missed.
I'm not satisfied with the D's and those who should be decent in their own zone. Looking really bad.

Could have been 3-1 Canada. Kokko saved Finlands sorry *ss in this first period.

Time to put Nyman together with Helenius and Hämeenaho. Surprised that they didn't to that from the start.

 

[Billy Kvcmu]

Looking for a way to watch the game

You know what I mean

 

[Erikfromfin]

Also Canada sabotage Ismo Lehkonen microphone

 

[fahad203]

I'm happy lots of players miss...

Makes the tournament more interesting... Canada is 100% taking gold this year if all players eligible play.

This will vary each year, but I think the tournament is much more predictable if all eligible players play.

Very good point. It also gives someone else an opportunity to wear the jersey
I just feel bad for teams that doesn't have depth losing their key players.

 

[pman25]

Is the mic for the studio panel not working at all? I hear the transitions but none of the analysis. Probably for the best!

 

[Brunkmeister]

Anyone else not a fan of the light show when a team scores?

They use it to disturb the oppositions goalie when Fusklunda, i mean Frölunda plays usually.

 

[WhatTheDuck]

Good period for Canada to start off, looked a lot better than Finland in the first at least. Credit to Rousseau for a huge save on Finland's chance. A bit of sloppiness, Warren is going to be sloppy with the puck (not that he should have it much) but Bonk needs to settle down. I'd like to see Celebrini get a few more shifts at even strength. Poitras looked like the best player for Canada that period, with Savoie not far behind.

Some frustrating lack of finish from Savoie on a couple grade A chances, but he's definitely been very noticeable.

 

[Svedu]

I'm happy lots of players miss...

Makes the tournament more interesting... Canada is 100% taking gold this year if all players eligible play.

This will vary each year, but I think the tournament is much more predictable if all eligible players play.

Bot yes and no. You could be right but the Slovaks would've had quite the freaking team with all players available. Four good lines with two or three good or great D's and a good goalie. They could've won as well, perhaps not the biggest favorites but still.

 

[Maurice of Orange]

IS that rink not the new international size of 26-28 meters wide?

Scandinavium measures 61 meters × 30 meters (200 ft × 98.5 ft) which is standard international size. New double frame half boards were installed in 2001, designed to switch to NHL rink dimensions or to be easily removed when other events than ice hockey take place.

It looks like they switched to North America ice standard 61 meters × 25.9 meters (200 ft x 85 ft).

 

[Mooche]

Pretty disjointed period from Canada, but that goal to solve Kokko was huge.

Some really good control and play from the Poitras and Beck lines. Savoie looked extremely dangerous. Need one to go in for them.

Mateychuk needs to settle down a bit. Some poor touches and caught forcing the puck at times. Seen him on enough watches that his mobility and passing will be a weapon. Just needs a bit more calm to his game here.
 
Let's keep it going boys.