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Category Archives: 2011 WJC
USA-Slovakia Preview, Pre-Game Links
After a day off, Team USA returns to action against a Slovakian team that is coming off an emotional overtime win against Germany last night. Despite being out shot 34-17 through the first two periods, the Slovaks earned a 2-1 … Continue reading
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Why Buffalo Works for the WJC
After Team USA’s first game, there was a lot of talk about the game and the excitement of the tournament’s first day. However, much of the discussion shifted to the fact that the Canada game out-drew the American game and … Continue reading
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Morin, Nelson Injured and Evening Links
We can take the news as positive that Jeremy Morin and Brock Nelson are now listed by Team USA as day-to-day, as tweeted by Bob McKenzie. After TSN reported that Morin may have been lost for the tournament, it appeared … Continue reading
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Well… That Was Close
The U.S. began the 2011 World Junior Championship the same way it ended last year’s, with an overtime game winner. It’s not how you draw it up, but when you play a tough opponent like Finland, you’ll take it. I … Continue reading
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Title Defense Starts Tonight
The very second John Carlson’s wrist shot found its way inside the left post in overtime last year, the U.S. had a target on its back. The defending champs have added pressure by being the host country. No matter what … Continue reading
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What to Watch For in Group A
If you aren’t familiar with the IIHF World Junior Championship, the tournament is split into two groups. This year, thanks to its first place finish, Team USA plays in Group A. While Canada, Russia and Sweden all find themselves in … Continue reading
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Team USA Downs Norway, Names Captains
It’s been a very productive 12 hours for the U.S. National Junior Team. Last night, Team USA showed that its closer to being ready for the World Juniors with a convincing 6-1 victory over Norway. The U.S. scored four goals … Continue reading
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Why Tonight Matters
It might be an exhibition game between the U.S. and Norway tonight, but I don’t anticipate the U.S. treating it as such. It’s not nearly as big as a tournament game, but its relatively big for the players. Team USA, … Continue reading
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The Importance of Team Building
When you play in a short tournament, like the World Junior Championship, there isn’t much time to build trust with each other. NHL.com’s Adam Kimelman has a great piece on the 2005 U.S. National Junior Team that came in as … Continue reading
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Your Questions Answered… and LINKS!
Now that Team USA’s roster has been finalized, excitement is starting to build for the 2011 IIHF World Junior Championship. This is going to be an outstanding tournament with plenty of twists and turns to keep everyone locked in. I … Continue reading
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