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KillerKat

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Slovaks just played way too scared the whole game until the end. Got unlucky with Demitra unable to knock in the rebound, but they just waited too long to crank up the pressure and start taking chances.

Canada has really only looked good against Russia, and seriously Russia was probably the most disappointing team in Vancouver. There's so much talent on the team, so you can never just shrug them off... but seriously I really believe that we can pull it off again.

This isn't the 1980 team vs. the best hockey team in the world. This is the most underrated team vs. the most overhyped team. We have the best combination of speed, skill and hard working grit. Not to mention the best goaltender at the games.

Tough break for Slovakia. Halak is obviously legit and should get a chance to be a #1 in the NHL. Not much talent on the ice, but they were able to overcome a lot and have the chance to play the lowly Finns for a bronze. Good for them.

But Canada, seriously. This should not have been that entertaining.

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By biggest worry is our offense but we tore Finland a good one but besides that we havent scored as much as I like. The defensive side looks good hope Miller keeps up what he is doing and I like the way our guys defend the pucks. Will be a great game. Just cant give USA the edge as Canada still have some great players.

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