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Team USA sits sixth in Group A, needing two wins to secure a quarterfinal berth. Key players include Isaac Howard, Mathieu Olivier and goaltender Devin Cooley, while the squad aims to rebound against Hungary and finish the preliminary round against Austria on May 26.
Team USA sits sixth in Group A but can still reach the quarterfinals with wins in their final two games, bolstered by standout play from Isaac Howard, Mathieu Olivier and netminder Devin Cooley.
Team USA sits sixth in Group A of the IIHF Men's World Championship and must win its final two games to secure a quarterfinal berth. A 4‑2 defeat to Latvia despite a 47‑22 shots‑on‑goal advantage highlights both offensive pressure and finishing issues. The upcoming opponent, Hungary, is 1‑4 in the tournament, but the United States holds a perfect 4‑0 record against them in World Championship play, outscoring them 21‑2 overall. Key contributors Isaac Howard and Mathieu Olivier are tied for the team lead in points, while netminder Devin Cooley brings a 2‑1 record, 1.89 goals‑against average and a .922 save percentage. The U.S. will close out the preliminary round against Austria at 4:20 p.m. local time tomorrow, a game that could determine their playoff fate.
A thrilling shootout saw the United States defeat Germany 4-3, highlighted by Ryan Leonard's decisive penalty and a late rally by Tommy Novak.
Ryan Leonard’s shootout winner lifts the United States past Germany, while Switzerland stays unbeaten and Czechia edges Italy in a tight Group B clash.
A dramatic shootout saw Ryan Leonard cap a 39‑34 shot advantage for the United States over Germany, with Devin Cooley making 31 saves.
The United States edged Germany 4-3 in a shootout after a tightly contested preliminary round game, with Ryan Leonard delivering the winning goal and Devin Cooley making 31 saves.
The United States edged Germany 4‑3 in a dramatic shootout, while Switzerland crushed Austria 9‑0 and Sweden posted a 6‑0 win. Key performances and upcoming fixtures set the stage for the quarterfinals.
President of Hockey Operations Daniel Sedin is in Switzerland, watching the 2026 World Championship and shaping the Canucks' draft strategy.
President of Hockey Operations Daniel Sedin is scouting at the 2026 World Championship, praising emerging stars while outlining a rebuild that leverages family ties, a deep draft pool and a clear vision for the Vancouver Canucks.