Team Canada continued its undefeated run at the 2026 IIHF World Championship by defeating Slovakia 5-1 on Sunday afternoon.
The victory guarantees Canada at least a second-place finish in Group B, setting up a crucial matchup against Czechia for group leadership.
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Game Summary
Dylan Cozens opened the scoring for Canada in the first period. Slovakia equalized in the second frame through a goal by Kristián Pospíšil.
Canada took control in the third period, scoring four goals in just over seven minutes.
Gabriel Vilardi, John Tavares, Ryan O'Reilly, and Macklin Celebrini each found the back of the net.
Edmonton Oilers defenseman Evan Bouchard led the team in ice time with over 21 minutes.
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He also contributed an assist while on the penalty kill during the third-period scoring spree.
Fellow defenseman Darnell Nurse logged 19.5 minutes of ice time and recorded four shots on goal.
Other Tournament Results
In other games, Latvia blanked Great Britain 6-0, Denmark edged Italy 3-2 in a shootout, and Finland defeated Austria 5-2.
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Upcoming Group B fixtures include Norway playing on Monday. Canada and Sweden are scheduled to play their final group games on Tuesday.
