S69 Team World WJC: Day 1

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Results

 

Game 2: World vs Canada

3-4 SOL

Despite a blazing hot start from World with three goals in the first twenty-five minutes of the game, Canada managed to score twice in the second and creep their way into overtime by scoring a short handed goal within the final two minutes of regulation. Overtime was quiet, with only five total shots between the two teams. Heading into the shootout, the first two shots hit the back of the net. Then a pair of saves were followed up by two missed shots shortly before another couple attempts were successfully converted. World failed to score in the sixth round and Canada D1 capitalized on the opportunity to win Canada the game.

 

Game 3: World vs Asia

2-4 L

It was Asia this time that started the game on fire by scoring three goals in the first period. World responded with a goal late in the first, but halfway into the second Asia regained their three goal lead. World was never able to comeback from the three goal deficit despite a goal five minutes into the third period two decrease Asia's lead to two. The overall dominant performance by the top lines of Asia and eight penalties by World ultimately lost them the game.

 

Game 5: Canada vs World

4-1 W

Following the back-to-back losses World was still confident in their chances against Team Canada who they had lost to in the sixth round of a shootout. It was clear that World simply outclassed Canada. World began the rout in the first period by out-shooting the Canadians sixteen to five. While both teams managed to score in the first, Canada couldn't find the offensive consistency of World who notched two goals in the second. World added one more goal with five minutes left to seal the deal.

 

Top Performers

 

Edwin the Encarnacion (D)

2G - 3A - 5P

Through the first three games, Encarnacion has more than lived up to the hype. He plays most of his minutes with current Saskatoon Wild teammate Danny DeYeeto, but is utilized in every aspect of the game and is likely the biggest reason why Team World is doing as well as they are right now. 

 

Killy Foilen (F)

3G - 1A - 4P

As predicted, Foilen is the top forward on Team World. His consistent play for the Wild and chemistry with teammates DeYeeto and Encarnacion has helped World stay competitive so far in the tournament. Even though all of his goals have been on the power play, he has still been a force in both zones. 

 

Block Buster (G)

1W - 1L - 1SOL, 0.914 SV%, 2.60 GAA

Don't let the two losses fool you. Buster has been one of the most consistent performers for World this tournament. What World lacks in offensive depth, it is made up for in net by their star goaltender Block Buster.

 

Remaining Thoughts

 

It is evident that World can compete with the tops teams in the tournament. Despite a disappointing loss to Asia, a dominant performance from World is certainly in the cards. They've generally been very consistent offensively and plan to keep the same plan heading into their next game against the star studded Europeans. Considering World rosters four European players, they are looking to get revenge on their home team for passing up on them. Expect a big game from McGirr, Ritchie, and Slavik tomorrow. Fomba will continue to remain on the bench in his baseball cap as long as Block Buster continues to be dominant in net. 

 

 

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