Eichel and Tkachuk Rally U.S. Past Denmark 6-3
Top U.S. line turned a first-period deficit into a 6-3 win over Denmark in Milan Cortina, leaving the Americans level with Canada at six points in preliminary standings.
Overview
Jack Eichel scored off his own faceoff win and assisted Brady Tkachuk as the top line propelled the United States to a 6-3 victory over Denmark on Saturday night in Milan Cortina.
The win kept the U.S. unbeaten and left it with six points in the preliminary standings, level with also-unbeaten Canada for the top seed.
Goaltender Jeremy Swayman said he was "really proud" of the group's composure after conceding a 95-foot goal, while fans chanted "U-S-A" and some displayed Greenland flags in the arena.
Dalibor Dvorsky's late goal sent Slovakia to the quarterfinals as group winner, Finland beat Italy 11-0 and Latvia upset Germany 4-3 in other preliminary matches.
The U.S. closes round-robin play against Germany while Canada faces France, and if both win in regulation the No.1 spot would be decided by goal differential.
Analysis
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FAQ
Team USA's goal scorers were Jack Eichel, Brady Tkachuk, Noah Hanifin, and Jack Hughes.
The U.S. defeated Denmark 6-3, outshooting them 47-21. Jeremy Swayman made 18 saves for the win.
Jack Eichel scored a goal off a faceoff win and assisted Brady Tkachuk's goal, giving the U.S. a 3-2 lead.
The win leaves the U.S. unbeaten with six points, tied with Canada. They close round-robin play against Germany.
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