Yeah, as someone who is a really big fan of guys like Datsyuk, it kills me having to avoid anything Russian hockey because of everything.
It really sucks knowing we should probably end up in that same boat sooner than later.
Personally, I'm convinced Y2K was actually a thing and we somehow forked off of our previous reality and are now stuck in whatever the hell this is these days.
Agree completely. Especially a good move prior to the Olympics. The energy has been insane.
Although, I have a sneaking suspicion this is probably the last event I get to see the US play internationally any time soon. Which, from just a hockey development perspective blows. But I get it.
Brady playing with a Bluetooth in his ear while Matthew telling him who to hit.
Foot on the gas boys. Foot on that gas.
Granlund making the Canadian collective pucker 😛
Welp, Canada had their future in their hands and they handled business.
Now it's just a game for pride before finals for the US and Swede's. Shame for the guys who can't suit up today but kudos to the scratches who will get to wear their nation's colors for a game.
Can't wait to see if the US can pull it off against big brother.
Cheers and grats ya nerds.
Glad to hear it sounds like he is good for the finals.
I love hating on Tkachuk's but it's the same hate I have for guys like Marchand. Hate to play against them, love it when they occasionally find their way on a side I'm rooting for. Would always welcome that type of player on the Kings.
DD has always seemed to be the kind of guy that still has that 12 year old sense of wonder in him. Like, he grew up a massive Canadian team fan and a Kings fan. Not playing in those sweaters is just something that doesn't compute for him. He flips the switch from hate to love with any new team mates. Has always been amazing in the locker room because of it.
Not sure how I feel about Matthew Tkachuk not playing. He must be seriously hurt. Guy played the finals with a broken sternum... Shame
Top notch internationals are always amazing.
Canada has to win in regulation OR it gives the Swedes a chance to win in regulation to take 2nd. 3 points for a win if it doesn't go to OT.
ETA: Canada has the tie breaker in their favor against Sweden if Sweden wins in regulation and Canada does as well.
Shakes fist...
Eta: shakes fist harder