United States vs Canada - 2010 Winter Olympics Gold Medal Game Open Thread
by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 10:00 AM EST
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Welcome to the final day of the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. It was a long and hard-fought hockey tournament. On the women's side, the Canadians prevailed over the Americans 2-0 in the gold medal final, thanks largely in part to Marie-Philip Poulin and goaltender Shannon Szabados. On the men's side, Canada fought back from the qualification round to win three straight to make it to the gold medal game; whereas the American men have went undefeated throughout the tournament to get this far.
I will admit that while I certainly do hope that the United States wins the gold medal, I am proud of the fact that they got this far. Sure, in the short term, I won't be pleased that they lost; but did many even think they'd get this far? No, the team was considered to be good, but not as great as Russia, Sweden, and especially Canada. In fact, per Puck Daddy, the NHLPA scheduled flights back for the American players early on Sunday - not thinking they could be in the gold medal game. Yet, this team already beat Canada once and have avoided Russia and Sweden by winning what games they had. Yet, here they are. I am glad to be wrong on second guessing Brian Burke's and USA Hockey's selections. Jack Johnson and Chris Drury have been useful, as have the whole roster. Short of Ryan Whitney, who has been played so little that it's not his fault, is there anyone on this team who hasn't contributed in some way? Quite frankly, this is a very good team; this is not a miracle. I repeat, THIS IS NOT A MIRACLE.
As for Canada, congratulations for getting this far when it looked bleak early. Sure, one could argue that the playoff rounds weren't exactly challenging save for the final 9 minutes against Slovakia. Nevertheless, it's all about results and you are where you were expected to be ever since the games were announced. This is not only a chance to get revenge over the Americans who beat you last weekend, but to end the games on a high note with a gold medal as Canada's "owning of the podium" has led them to third overall (behind Germany and, look at that, the United States of America).
Today is the final day of the Olympics. The Olympic break will officially end at midnight when rosters are unfrozen, trades will be made as the trade deadline looms in the distance, plans will be made for games to begin again on Tuesday (for most teams), and the focus will return to the usually-hectic March and April months in the NHL season.
Please use this post to place all your comments about the men's ice hockey final between the U.S. and Canada. If you feel so inclined, SBNation.com has a GameThread up for this game.
February 28, 2010 - Men's Ice Hockey Gold Medal Match
3:15 PM EST/12:15 PM PST - United States of America vs. Canada (NBC)
Want to watch the games online and legally? For the Americans, NBC has streaming options. For the Canadians, CTV has streams. Thanks to user C.J.Richey121 for the NBC information and to user dchoubak about CTV. This game is live across the U.S. and coverage will begin at 3 PM EST/12 PM PST.
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undefeated if we win.canada gave me some reason for hope at the end of there last game.luongo has been far from brillant since he took over,more shots and better d (then last game v canada)please team usa.
by Imperator_Celtic on Feb 28, 2010 11:01 AM EST reply actions
All pressure
Is on Team Canada. Canada is supposed to be here. Anything less than gold is a disappointment to the country. Canada will go in with Luongo in goal, who has relatively little experience playing in these playoff type games. Only playing in the playoffs twice, in 2007 and 2009, both years with Vancouver, he made it to the 2nd round before being knocked out by Anaheim and Chicago, respectively. Anaheim went on to win the Cup in 2007 and Chicago was knocked out by Detroit. He has only given up over 3 goals in a playoff game 4 times out of his 22 appearances. The only notable player I see that did well against Luongo that plays for USA is Patrick Kane, who put in 6 goals on him when Chicago beat them in 6 games, including a hat trick in the clinching 7-5 win. Anyway, Luongo’s play has not been bad but still would not qualify him as one of the best in the tournament. Recently, it seems like the performance of the goaltenders in olympic games tends to have the biggest influence on the result, and right now Luongo is not playing at that level. While he will have his home crowd rooting for him, he has a lot of pressure in today’s game.
6 Favorites and no medal upsets
my honest opinion for the Men’s Ice Hockey tournament was that there were 6 favorites, basically equal in standing, for the 3 medals. Any arrangement of 3 of them on the podium would be considered a non-upset. Those 6 favorites all played last Sunday, by the way. Neither team winning today would be an upset in my mind.
Exactly. I don’t think anyone honestly felt the US was a favorite for the gold; but given how they’ve played, it’s no surprise at all. They’re a good team.
That’s why I am so emphatic that this is not a miracle.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 1:47 PM EST up reply actions
I agree its no miracle but beating Canada twice would be a pretty big feat for team USA. Even though both teams are all NHL players Canada’s team looks a lot better on paper. Also playing in Canada gives them a slight advantage.
by C.J.Richey121 on Feb 28, 2010 1:59 PM EST up reply actions
A game is imminent
Oh, no, Don Cherry has an opinion on NBC.
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thats the craziest tie in the world
by CaramelCoveredXMas on Feb 28, 2010 3:03 PM EST up reply actions
And none of what he said was original. People care about this guy as a pundit?
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 3:04 PM EST up reply actions
“Miller has to be incredible” “Luongo has to be just good”…. Whatnot like Parise, Kane, Langs, Statsny cant kill Luongo… Seriously both goalies need to be on their A game
by CaramelCoveredXMas on Feb 28, 2010 3:06 PM EST up reply actions
It’s standard boilerplate.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 3:09 PM EST up reply actions
I think the US can do it.
My keys to the game for the US:
- Score first. Preferably early. Get the crowd out of it.
- Be wary of screens and crease crashers. Since the last game against them, the Canadians have discovered that those tactics do indeed work… and international rules allow for goons like Getzlaf to get away with proverbial murder
- Use those same screens and crease crashing to your own advantage
- Miller has to be better than Luongo, which, I believe he is
- Canada will put out a darn good defensive group against the top line so secondary scoring will be imperative
I largely agree.
Points #2 and #3 are the most crucial, I think.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 3:16 PM EST up reply actions
I was 5 when the MIracle on Ice happened; didn’t follow hockey or the Olympics, didn’t even watch the game; and am not normally particularly patriotic… but whenever they break out the highlights they always send shivers down my spine.
Born in '88
I have watched the game a few times when it was on specials and what not. I get chills every time Al Michaels makes that call. Just amazing…The crazy thing I never knew until a couple years ago was that it was tape delayed for prime time. My father was at a bar in North Bergen during the game and said people barely knew anything about hockey but were going just insane. “Greatest day to be an American,” he said.
by Matthew Ventolo on Feb 28, 2010 3:18 PM EST up reply actions
Canada leads in deflection goals? Does that include Crosby’s deflection that beat Brodeur last weekend?
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 3:15 PM EST reply actions 1 recs
Is anybody else nervous for the out come of the game? I cant even imagine how team USA feels.
by CaramelCoveredXMas on Feb 28, 2010 3:16 PM EST reply actions
Canada will come out fast right from the start - If US can keep Canada off the board for the first 8 to 10 minutes -—
Just that could have the crowd lower their energy.
by Team First Devils on Feb 28, 2010 3:18 PM EST reply actions
We have GAME
Canada wins the opening faceoff.
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First shot goes through traffic; Keith’s shot is stopped and deflected up into the mesh.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 3:21 PM EST up reply actions
Very even start for both teams. Keith’s shot is the only real shot on net early. Luongo covers up a loose puck off a rebound from the boards that came out in front.
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Yikes, the game opened up and it’s gotten a little chaotic.
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Good job USA.. good chances..Winning those loose puck battles
by Matthew Ventolo on Feb 28, 2010 3:26 PM EST reply actions
Goodness, Kane and Kesler look great together early.
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Bad break for David Backes, he’s about to take it off and his stick breaks!
Richards with a good shot on Miller’s logo.
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Canada leads in shots 3-1 halfway through. A lot of misses and deflected shots wide.
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USA crashes the net and nearly jams one home! Good break for Canada.
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Is it me or is Canada winning every faceoff? Anyone have a good website for stats like FO’s, Blocked shots, etc..??
by Matthew Ventolo on Feb 28, 2010 3:35 PM EST reply actions
I wish. I’m relying on what the broadcast says.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 3:36 PM EST up reply actions
Canada does have the size up front so that could be a reason for the faceoffs
by Team First Devils on Feb 28, 2010 3:37 PM EST reply actions
Jonathan Toews scores
Canada scores on the rebound. The one time the US defense isn’t ever-present around the net.
1-0 Canada.
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First time all tournament the US didn’t score first. This will be interesting.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 3:41 PM EST up reply actions
go around the boards — not up front
weak pass – GOAL
by Team First Devils on Feb 28, 2010 3:41 PM EST reply actions
Canada fans taunting Miller
Really? Like he had a chance on it?
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I don’t think so, Ryan didn’t drag his knee into him
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 3:44 PM EST up reply actions
Canada to go on the power play
Bobby Ryan dragged his leg behind Heatley, taking him down. That’s tripping and an important kill here.
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Penalty killed
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 3:45 PM EST up reply actions
Staal had a great chance, but Miller was ready for him.
USA’s forecheck is great at disrupting Canada, but not in actually keeping the puck
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 3:46 PM EST up reply actions
The US’s 3rd forward has to be careful about jumping in - did it again after Ryan took puck deep
by Team First Devils on Feb 28, 2010 3:46 PM EST reply actions
Parise putting a simple shot on net, sets up an offensive zone faceoff.
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Jamie and Zach are having a tough time on the boards….
by Matthew Ventolo on Feb 28, 2010 3:50 PM EST reply actions
Both teams are, really. The big problem for the US is that despite all the aggression, there’s little solid possession or clean shots on net.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 3:51 PM EST up reply actions
True. Throughout the tournament it’s usually been that line’s M.O. Having that line unable use their strengths is worrisome. Still a lot of hockey left though.
by Matthew Ventolo on Feb 28, 2010 3:56 PM EST up reply actions
True. I’m not sure how Callahan was taken down legally there.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 3:54 PM EST up reply actions
First period over, Canada 1-0
It ends with Corey Perry punching Jack Johnson in the back of the head.
US has been aggressive and playing Canada close; but a turnover by Brian Rafalski set up the shot that led to the rebound goal by Toews. That’s the difference here.
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I feel it was more Johnson’s (I believe) who gave that short pass from the boards to Brian was the real reason for the turnover
JR said you have to move that around the boards – which I said early
by Team First Devils on Feb 28, 2010 4:06 PM EST up reply actions
boyle shouldnt be playing.
this isnt a nhl game why arent they calling penaltys on some of this stuff. i think the usa team looks as good if not a little better then the first game v canada.
by Imperator_Celtic on Feb 28, 2010 3:59 PM EST reply actions
Question: Who are the refs for this game? More importantly, where are they from?
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USA gave up a great chance to Iginla, yikes. But they are bailed out.
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I don’t think he drew it, he just took Malone’s lumber.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 4:12 PM EST up reply actions
Corey Perry rocked in the neutral zone
Ryan Malone with a cross-check into his face. Awful hit.
Canada PP is up. Only 2 min.
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Nice play by the PK guys – miller covers up
by Team First Devils on Feb 28, 2010 4:12 PM EST reply actions
Big kill by the US – tons of blocks, Canada nearly struck gold.
Now it’s time for the USA to go on a PP. Staal hit an American way away from the play. That’s interference.
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Parise mauled in the corner, play continues. He’s OK though.
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Meanwhile, the US is just not able to set up on the PP. Not good, given the score.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 4:16 PM EST up reply actions
Great kill by Canada. Not a good PP by the US
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 4:16 PM EST up reply actions
Wow way to easy for Canada to clear the zone on the PP
by Team First Devils on Feb 28, 2010 4:16 PM EST reply actions
Corey Perry scores in the slot 2-0 Canada
That one hurt.
Whitney stops the cross-ice pass, but he touches it off and leaves Miller out to dry in the slot. Perry pounded it in.
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Why would Malone cover the defenseman on the blue line instead of Perry going to the net?
by Matthew Ventolo on Feb 28, 2010 4:17 PM EST reply actions
There’s 12:30 left in the second. USA cannot go into this third period down 2-0 or worse, in my opinion.
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He should have one against Marleau, he just burned him on that chance.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 4:19 PM EST up reply actions
Another PP for the US.
Toews with a trip right in front of the ref. He up ends Suter.
This PP has to be much better.
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hasn't proven itself to be yet
Jamie keeps poking for the puck, he thought it was under Luongo. I like the pressure
This power play approach of carrying the puck in to the zone in the middle is a poor one.
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A shot on net!
Big scrum in front, Luongo apparently kept it out.
36 sec. left on the PP
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Penalty killed; the last 36 seconds looked far better.
US with a great chance, but Johnson couldn’t put it home
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 4:24 PM EST up reply actions
LUONGO SOFT GOAL! USA SCORES!
WOW! That was stopped and just dropped in! Patrick Kane appears to be the scorer!
Canada 2 – USA 1
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My mistake! It appeared to have been deflected by Ryan Kesler! My mistake but still!
USA is back in this either way
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 4:28 PM EST up reply actions
Also, since it was a deflection, I can’t fault Luongo too much. Also my mistake.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 4:29 PM EST up reply actions
Bad goal....Awesome Goal!!!
(Marty would of stopped that)
by Matthew Ventolo on Feb 28, 2010 4:28 PM EST reply actions
Nah, that would have been tough for anyone.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 4:29 PM EST up reply actions
To bad Zach did not move in the middle as the D man went down
by Team First Devils on Feb 28, 2010 4:29 PM EST reply actions
There wasn’t much room for him to move. I’m just glad he didn’t attempt an ill-advised pass.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 4:30 PM EST up reply actions
Especially through the double screen. Miller guessed right.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 4:33 PM EST up reply actions
Suter nearly put home the rebound! But he was just wide!
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In fairness to him, he did try to do it from behind; but still, SO CLOSE.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 4:36 PM EST up reply actions
Richards DENIED on the rebound, yikes!
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WOW
thank god for the big pad of Miller
by Team First Devils on Feb 28, 2010 4:37 PM EST reply actions
Staal with a breakaway and he shoots it wide!
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TO BAD
Staal could not have doen that last year -- shoots it wide
by Team First Devils on Feb 28, 2010 4:41 PM EST up reply actions
Second period over
15 shots each. Yeah, both teams are pressing. Canada should be up by much more, but instead, the USA’s still in this one.
2-1. Who will succeed? Will America give Miller the benefit of a few goals?
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I’m not terribly sure. US has the last change, but I haven’t paid attention to whether either team is line-matching.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 4:45 PM EST up reply actions
Third period upcoming. Remember, USA Hockey DEATH OR GLORY
That’s all I got when it comes down to it.
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Third period is on
It’s going to be one to remember!
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POST!
Canada hits the post on the one-timer blast from the point!
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A SECOND CANADA POST
YIKES! Is this an omen?
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USA does not look good early. Canada’s been having all of the offense of this period. Two posts (outside of the posts) and possession. Not good for the USA
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Miller stone-cold stops Perry right in front of the net!
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Finally, the US has some shots on net; but Canada’s really driving it in deep.
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The game has picked up even further in terms of hitting, if you can imagine it.
Ron Wilson is juggling some lines here, trying to find a spark.
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HEATLEY ROBBED ON THE REBOUND!
Canada was gifted a chance, but MILLER SAID NO!
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America responds with a seriously pressure filled shift. Luongo with a smother to end it all.
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Parise had it in front but Luongo got a piece to deflect it wide.
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Parise was awkward in dishing it forward, but he got enough on it to force Luongo to do something.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 5:15 PM EST up reply actions
7:30 left and the US needs an equalizer.
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5:05 left and Rafalski forces Luongo to be big.
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Olympic all star team per media vote
Thanks to Russostrib (Michael Russo):
Miller, Rafalski, Weber, Demitra, Toews, Parise
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Miller is the MVP, incidentally.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 5:20 PM EST up reply actions
CROSBY DENIED ON THE BREAKAWAY WOW
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Again I repeat my self.
2 minutes left
DEATH OR GLORY, AMERICA YOU HAVE NOTHING TO LOSE HERE
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1:17 left and there’s an empty net.
It’s now or never.
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USA takes a timeout
This is the time.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 5:25 PM EST up reply actions
Canada takes a time out.
I can’t even comment now. I’m just going to watch and agonize.
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7 minutes? Dude, it’s overtime now.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 5:31 PM EST up reply actions
20 Minute OT, then if still tied….Shootout….dum dum duuuummmm
by Matthew Ventolo on Feb 28, 2010 5:32 PM EST up reply actions
ZACH PARISE! ZACH PARISE ZACH PARISE!
TIE GAME! TIE GAME! TIE GAME!
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You got the momentum now, America
MAKE IT HAPPEN IN OVER TIME
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One more thing
Where did Parise score that?
RIGHT IN FRONT. Parise DOMINATES there.
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Jamie with the primary Assist b/c it went off his skate. Awesome….
by Matthew Ventolo on Feb 28, 2010 5:33 PM EST reply actions
Woooooooo. Devils strike.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 5:34 PM EST up reply actions
Parise, what a guy...
It really only could be him…..The miracle’s second coming continues….hottest player in the world right now.
Ireland? An Ice Hockey Team?
You'd better believe it...
No. This is not a miracle. This is American hockey.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 5:40 PM EST up reply actions
We got a long sudden-death overtime
I’m proud of the American team. I’m not going to be mad about a loss, because you can’t expect much more here.
But you can do it, Americans. YOU CAN DO THIS. MAKE IT HAPPEN.
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Crosby had the chance to ice the game with a breakaway. But its Zach that has the Canadien attention right now
They hit two posts, Perry had a wide open part of the net on a rebound, Canadians had plenty of chances to go forward and break it open.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 5:42 PM EST up reply actions
The Hockey Gods..
moved south for the winter….
by Matthew Ventolo on Feb 28, 2010 5:43 PM EST up reply actions
Overtime is beginning
Long change for both teams.
20 minutes.
4 on 4 on the ice.
Get ready for history.
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Brian Burke
Regardless of the result the guy deserves ALOT of credit through it all…
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You'd better believe it...
USA nearly finds Langenbrunner all alone in the neutral zone, but the long pass strays for an icing.
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No, the US won 5-3 and didn’t trail last Sunday?
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 5:47 PM EST up reply actions
Maybe the U-20 team? I’m not sure right off the top of my head.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 5:48 PM EST up reply actions
In the Juniors
USA tied the game with 25 left and won in OT…
by Matthew Ventolo on Feb 28, 2010 5:52 PM EST up reply actions
Canada nearly cashes in, but couldn’t do it
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Wow. Pavelski was gifted a shot but Luongo made a big stop
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Canada wins in OT
Canada wins the gold medal
They pressed hard in overtime and they got the result.
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Yeah, it was Sidney Crosby.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 5:54 PM EST up reply actions
Why....
Unlucky but what a game
Had to be Cry-Baby
Ireland? An Ice Hockey Team?
You'd better believe it...
Congratulations to the Canadians for winning the gold medal.
The United States battled hard, got the equalizer, but Canada rolled ahead in overtime and won it.
Fantastic hockey game from a neutral perspective. Disappointed, yes. But again, I’m proud of USA Hockey.
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Final results-
Gold medal: Canada
Silver medal: United States
Bronze medal: Finland
All-star: Miller (USA), Rafalski (USA), Weber (CAN), Demitra (SVK), Toews (CAN), Parise (USA)
Olympics MVP: Ryan Miller, G, USA
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 5:57 PM EST up reply actions
Congrats to Canada, what a hard fought game.
by thatguy011071 on Feb 28, 2010 6:02 PM EST up reply actions
NO NO NO!!!
Man I am more upset with this loss than last years game 7. I think I was only shocked last year but this was just heart breaking. It all seemed so perfect with Parise’s goal and then NO. I seriously dont like canada right now but i guess congrats…….
by CaramelCoveredXMas on Feb 28, 2010 6:02 PM EST reply actions
I so feel like saying its ALL Millers fault they lost. But I’m not that big a jerk.
Was a good game. To bad its all over. But looking forward to Tuesday.
Given some of the saves he made in the second and third period, faulting Miller is ridiculous – but to each their own.
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by John Fischer on Feb 28, 2010 6:05 PM EST up reply actions
he was amazing… I would say it should have been a 6 – 2 game but he saved so many awesome shots
by CaramelCoveredXMas on Feb 28, 2010 6:06 PM EST up reply actions
Whats so.. Don't wanna say funny but interesting I guess?...is
This is probably the most disappointing group of people being handed the Silver Medal at the Winter Olympics. Just in Hockey in general, because the Gold is so close…
Great Job USA. Great Tournament. A well deserved Silver Medal. Come back to the States with your heads high.
by Matthew Ventolo on Feb 28, 2010 6:06 PM EST reply actions
Miller will win a cup in his carreer
u can see it comming i wish he would have won there he was so so good
by Imperator_Celtic on Feb 28, 2010 6:07 PM EST reply actions
I think...
If this was a 7 game series USA would have won. We are the better team but hey silver aint bad. I wish we would have beat them stupid canadians.
by CaramelCoveredXMas on Feb 28, 2010 6:24 PM EST reply actions
Proud of our boys
Disappointed in the outcome, but I’m proud of how team USA represented in the tournament. Hopefully their play will grow the game in the US some more though probably not as much as a gold medal would.
Thank you for an exciting tournament USA.
Go Team USA !!!
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by Devil_Hard_Core on Feb 28, 2010 6:34 PM EST reply actions
I put up a post with some final thoughts on the final
I highly recommend reading the end of the post.
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