It remains to be seen whether this team will be able to win Canada's third gold medal in four years, but their games in the World Championship will be mandatory viewing, says Ken Campbell.
It remains to be seen whether this team will be able to win Canada's third gold medal in four years, but their games in the World Championship will be mandatory viewing.
Connor BedardIf you're looking to get all biblical here, you could describe Canada's roster at the World Championship by quoting Isaiah 11:6, which says, "and a little child shall lead them." A bunch of them, actually.
Would the Canadian team like to have Sidney Crosby leading the way in Czechia? Absolutely. But a veteran of the NHL and the international game, such as Crosby, has certainly earned the right to take a pass.
In the absence of such veteran presence, Canadian GM Rick Nash has doubled, tripled and quadrupled down on youth. Even if they don't win a gold medal, this team should be a ton of fun to watch.
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It remains to be seen whether this team will be able to win Canada's third gold medal in four years, but their games in the World Championship will be mandatory viewing.