Globetrotting: Super Saturday Edition
by Bruce Peter on Apr 23, 2011 3:00 AM EDT
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PrintThere's a lot going on this Saturday, April 23 in IIHF action, so here's a quick rundown of it all.
IIHF World U18 Championships in Germany
The highlight of Saturday are the two semifinals in Crimmitschau, featuring the big four of international hockey squaring off against each other. It is pretty much a carbon copy of the U20s from earlier this year as far as nations participating, with Sweden and USA finishing first in their groups while Russia and Canada won their quarterfinals to reach this moment. The Sweden-Russia game has the early start, an afternoon game in Europe but an early morning game in North America. Sweden is full marks for their spot in the semifinals so far, overcoming an early loss to the Czech Republic enough to make a late comeback against Canada to claim the spot. Russia, meanwhile, has been relying on younger talent than Sweden, but the upside of these players are phenomenal, and we're just seeing them make their first impact at the international level now. The game is followed by the USA-Canada semifinal, as the Americans, again the defending champions and pre-tournament favourites, are awaiting what has been a very top-heavy Canadian team. While the Americans seem to get contributions throughout the lineup, Canada is dependent on a smaller core of players to shine than they are at the U20 level.
There are other games going on at the U18s as well: the last games of the other six teams will determine official placement. Here's the full schedule:
- Fifth Place Game: Finland vs. Germany in Crimmitschau (10:30 AM local, 4:30 AM EST)
- First Semifinal: Sweden vs. Russia in Crimmitschau (2:30 PM local, 8:30 AM EST)
- Relegation Round: Slovakia vs. Norway in Dresden (3:30 PM local, 9:30 AM EST)
- Second Semifinal: USA vs. Canada in Crimmitschau (6:30 PM local, 12:30 PM EST)
- Relegation Round: Switzerland vs. Czech Republic in Dresden (7:30 PM local, 1:30 PM EST)
IIHF Women's World Championships in Switzerland
The action for today is completely in Zürich, as the semifinals take place. Unlike the U18s, where the quarterfinal winners are playing after a full day's rest, the quarterfinalists here just played yesterday. For Russia, who are making only their second ever appearance in a Women's Worlds semifinal, this will be especially a challenge as they played the later game yesterday, which went to overtime. Russia defeated the hosts Switzerland 5-4 in the extra frame, and are now rewarded by playing four-time World Champion USA in the second semifinal. In the first, we have a rematch of what ended up being a 'close in score only' group stage game between Canada and Finland. Canada beat Finland 2-0, with an empty netter, but the shots were incredibly one sided and only Finnish goaltender Noora Raty kept Finland within reach. It's a young Finnish team, while Canada doesn't feel the need to completely rebuild their national roster with eyes on the 2014 Olympics.
While we should all expect a Canada-USA Final, it'd be nice if we saw some competitive play here. But considering the USA beat Russia 13-1 in the group stage, I'm not too hopeful for much other than another big game from Raty for Finland.
- First Semifinal: Canada vs. Finland (4:00 PM local, 10:00 AM EST)
- Second Semifinal: USA vs. Russia (8:00 PM local, 2:00 PM EST)
IIHF World Championship Div. 1A in Budapest, Hungary
The showcase game here is the battle for promotion between Italy and Hungary, which should be a great game. Both teams have recent elite level experience, and the Italians have more of it, but with nearly 8000 fans cheering them on Hungary will be a tough opponent on this night. What's also interesting on this day is South Korea, who play Spain in the early game. This was seen pre-tournament as the likely battle to avoid relegation to Div. 2, and while Spain could technically avoid relegation with an impressive win today (they'd need to win by a lot), the more likely story now appears to be South Korea earning their first ever medal at the Div. 1 level. This was made possible by Japan's withdrawl from the tournament (Japan had a three year bronze medal run at Div. 1), and also South Korea's most impressive win in their hockey history, a 6-3 win over The Netherlands on Friday. The Netherlands, ranked 25th in the world, were the highest ranked opponent South Korea had ever beat.
- South Korea vs. Spain (4:00 PM local, 10:00 AM EST)
- Italy vs. Hungary (7:30 PM local, 1:30 PM EST)
IIHF World Championship Div. 1B in Kiev, Ukraine
Today could be a historic day in Kiev, particularly for Great Britain. If all the cards fall into place, we could see Great Britain promoted to the World Championships for the first time since 1994. They'll need some help, though. First up, they can claim at least a silver medal with a win over Poland, who are still in the running for a bronze, though they can't win gold. Then, they'd have to hope for a Ukraine win over Kazakhstan, the pre-tournament favourites. Kazakhstan is currently undefeated, but Ukraine has a roster of similar quality to them, and with home ice and the possibility of promotion still very real for Ukraine, it could be a competitive match. If Ukraine were to win in regulation, it would come down to goal differential in games between the three top teams, which Great Britain holds an advantage on currently thanks to beating Ukraine 5-3 to start the tournament, and only losing by one goal to Kazakhstan (2-1). Meanwhile, Lithuania and Estonia battle to avoid relegation to Divison 2 in the early game.
- Lithuania vs. Estonia (12:30 PM local, 5:30 AM EST)
- Poland vs. Great Britain (4:00 PM local, 9:00 AM EST)
- Kazakhstan vs. Ukraine (7:30 PM local, 12:30 PM EST)
Czech Hockey Games - Euro Hockey Tour
This is not an IIHF tournament, but this is the final stage of a season long tournament between the top four European national teams that are held in the international breaks. Russia has won the entire tour, thanks to their opening 4-2 win over Sweden to start the fourth 3 game round robin stage of the tour. This stage features rosters that are at least 'preseason quality' for the IIHF World Championships, with only minor tinkering left to be done for the main event in Slovakia starting next weekend. The Czechs, who opened the tournament with a 2-1 win over Finland, are taking their first steps towards defending the gold medal they won last year in Germany.
- Czech Republic vs. Russia (2:00 PM local, 8:00 AM EST)
- Sweden vs. Finland (7:00 PM local, 1:00 PM EST)
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can’t find a live stream of the Sweden-Russia game… that’s disappointing.
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by Cam Collingwood on Apr 23, 2011 9:07 AM EDT reply actions
Apparently it was quite controversial, too. Russia feels they were wronged several times in a 3-1 loss (3rd goal empty netter). Vasilievsky (Russia’s goalie) apparently made threatening gestures to the refs as they left.
Kids these days. :)
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by Bruce Peter on Apr 23, 2011 11:24 AM EDT up reply actions
I saw a few of the Russian games… that Kucherov kid is a good little player.
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by Cam Collingwood on Apr 23, 2011 11:49 AM EDT up reply actions
Finished Games so far
Finland finishes 5th at U18s with 6-0 win over Germany
Sweden to gold medal game at U18s with 3-1 win over Russia
Lithuania over Estonia 5-2 at Div 1B to relegate Estonia
Great Britain earns at least a silver medal at Div 1B by beating Poland 3-2
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2-2 South Korea/Spain
Heading to OT. South Korea outshot Spain badly but Spain kept it close. Still, this confirms a bronze for South Korea and relegation for Spain, just that Spain gets at least a point out of the Div 1A tourney.
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4-1 CAN/FIN
Women’s Worlds, Noora Raty has been unbelievable again for Finland in goal. This game is almost over.
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Final now. Canada played hard right until the end, as per usual. Gotta keep sharp for the Americans in the gold medal game.
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by Bruce Peter on Apr 23, 2011 12:12 PM EDT up reply actions
BTW, Hayley Wickenheiser’s SH goal in the 3rd (the 4th goal) was awesome.
Wick gets player of the game for Canada, Raty for Finland. No surprise there.
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by Bruce Peter on Apr 23, 2011 12:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Norway 6, Slovakia 2
The battle of the two relegated U18 teams ends with Norway winning. That means officially Norway places 9th and Slovakia 10th.
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CAN/USA U18s
Two man advantage early for Canada.
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Game is on TSN in Canada, FASTHockey.com for USA.
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by Bruce Peter on Apr 23, 2011 12:46 PM EDT up reply actions
1-0 CAN
Brett Ritchie on the tip of a Ryan Murphy shot.
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you could tell the US didn’t want Murphy to shoot, well done for him to get free & get it through… this guy is going to crazy-good.
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by Cam Collingwood on Apr 23, 2011 12:50 PM EDT up reply actions
1-1 USA/CAN
J.T. Miller for USA, shoots on a 2 on 1, beats Subban fivehole.
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I’ve been tipped off to a choppy stream of Ukraine/Kazakhstan. Not sure if its legal or not. What the heck, here it is:
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English language radio commentary from Ice Hockey UK of Ukraine/Kazakhstan:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/other_sports/ice_hockey/9459110.stm
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I’ve dropped the video feed. It’s unreliable. This radio one is quite good, and definitely official.
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Really like Ritchie. Not getting a ton of points, but he’s always involved offensively.
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agreed, I think he’s really helping his cause.
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by Cam Collingwood on Apr 23, 2011 1:10 PM EDT up reply actions
McNiell with his first chance of the game in the final five seconds, but slapshot from slot was blocked. Was just going to say hadn’t noticed him much so far today. He was arguably Canada’s top forward to date. Arguably with him and Schiefele.
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1-1 after 1 period
As you can tell from that comment.
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Shots 12-4 Canada, mainly due to American penalties.
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KAZ/UKR scenarios
For Kazakhstan to earn promotion: need to at least force overtime.
For Ukraine to earn promotion: must win by 4 goals.
For Great Britain to win: need Ukraine to win in regulation by 1-3 goals.
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4 minute PP for Kazakhstan coming up. Kazakh player took a stick in the throat. Still 0-0 in the 2nd.
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“Kazakhstan had one bite, TWO bites at the cherry”. What commentary, BBC Radio. Awesome. :)
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Ukraine kills off the penalty. Big cheer from home crowd.
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CAN/USA
2nd period just started again.
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Oh man, American goalie Christopher Gibson got a skate off the mask. Lucky it didn’t hit lower… Schiefele broke in front, made a nice move and was hit after shooting wide.
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he owes his life to his mask
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by Cam Collingwood on Apr 23, 2011 1:31 PM EDT up reply actions
1-0 KAZ
on a PP. BBC claims it was a total dive by the Kazakh player. Crowd is giving it to the refs.
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Two man advantage for the US now. Not sure why Andrews got a penalty there…
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Canada kills ’em off.
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1-0 Italy over Hungary
Early goal by David Souza of Italy. Winner of this game promoted to Worlds next year.
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5 on 3 coming up for Ukraine for 1:21. The BBC commentators getting noticeably excited.
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And ANOTHER Kazakhstan penalty. Tons of 5 on 3 coming up. :57 left on initial 5 on 3. So if they score in next 57 seconds, they’ll still have another 5 on 3.
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2-0 Italy
Guilio Scandella expands the lead. Goaltending change for Hungary.
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Former Ottawa 67’s goalie Levente Szuper now in goal for Hungary. Surprised he wasn’t the starter.
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1-1 UKR/KAZ
Ukraine didn’t score on full 2 minutes of 5 on 3, but on the last penalty they finally scored 5 on 4, after a Kazakh player lost his stick. BBC commentators scream.
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2nd period done now. Big 3rd coming up. Kazakhstan will take the tie, that’s for sure.
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Interesting bits from BBC: Dave Lewis paid 200k Euros to coach Ukraine, Kazakh goalie Yeremeyev paid 1.2 million in KHL.
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2nd period of CAN/USA all about Canadian penalty killing. Great shot blocking and taking away cross-ice passes.
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2-1 Italy
Hungary gets one back, still in first period.
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USA/RUS
Second women’s semifinal about to begin. I don’t expect much drama out of this one.
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1-1 CZE/SUI
Last U18 game of the day is underway. Winner here gets 7th place, loser 8th.
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Great action going on right now in Germany. End to end stuff after Canada kills the latest penalty.
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2-1 USA
Reid Boucher, keeping his perfect tournament in place. He’s scored in EVERY game so far.
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Subban with a save on Miller on a partial break.
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Canada taking a bit more risks now offensively. Subban will have to be very sharp.
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2-1 USA after 2
20 minutes away from a USA/SWE U18 final.
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I gotta run, have to catch the 3rd on tape later, let’s hope Canada pulls it out. Keep up the good work Bruce.
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UKR/KAZ under way in 3rd
Early goalpost by Ukraine on first shift.
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3-1 Italy after 1
Scandella has two goals for Italy. Looking good for promotion.
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2-1 Ukraine
5 minutes in. Wow, what a goal call by the BBC. A little biased? lol
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The comparison...
of what the Ukrainian and Kazakh players will get for promotion, compared to the GB players, cracked me up.
An extra case of beer and a pizza.
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That was fantastic.
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2-2
Kazakhstan tie it up. A bit of deflation amongst the BBC commentators. Still hope.
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3-1 USA
Shorthanded goal by Larraza. Tough one for Subban, beaten on the short side.
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4-1 USA
Reid Boucher off a clean faceoff win. Set play.
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2:30 left in KAZ/UKR.
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2-2 KAZ/UKR after 3
Kazakhstan wins gold, and promoted to World Championship next year.
Great Britain settles for silver, Ukraine gets bronze. Meaningless OT to come.
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4-2 USA
Ritchie with his 2nd PP goal for Canada. 9:30 to play.
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3-2 Italy
Hungary gets one back in the second period.
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2-1 USA over RUS after 1
Women’s semis. Anna Prugova having a big game for Russians, shots are 33-5 for the Americans.
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Canada banks it in off the ref and in. No goal. Never seen that before.
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3-2 KAZ
Kazakhstan wins it in OT. Goes undefeated in Div. 1B to earn promotion.
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3-1 Swiss over Czechs
U18 battle for 7th place. Not really following this one for some reason. :)
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With Subban pulled, Canada creates pressure and USA takes a delay of game penalty. 2:10 to play.
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4-3
PPG for Canada… Murray scored on a point shot. 1:35 to play.
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4-4
Wow. Schiefele on the tip.
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3rd period overtime. 10 minutes of 4 on 4 coming up, then a shootout if still tied.
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3-1 USA over RUS
Early 2nd period goal for USA in women’s semis. We’ll see if this game gets out of control now.
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USA wins
Tyler Biggs scores in OT. Quick wrister under Subban’s pad.
USA vs. Sweden in gold medal. Russia vs. Canada for bronze.
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3-3 Italy/Hungary
Got a good finish coming in this one. Winner joins Kazakhstan in top group next year.
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OK, gotta go for a while.. Will do a couple of post-games here later.
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