IIHF World Championship: Crosby, Team Canada Take First Two Games Of Preliminary Round Play
Team Canada won its first two games in the IIHF World Championship preliminary round, defeating Sweden 5-3 and Italy 6-0. Sidney Crosby, serving as an alternate captain, recorded a secondary assist in the victory over Italy after being held pointless against Sweden. The team received goals from multiple players, including John Tavares, Ryan O'Reilly, and Macklin Celebrini, to secure the wins.
- ▪Team Canada defeated Sweden 5-3 in their tournament opener.
- ▪Canada followed up with a 6-0 win over Italy.
- ▪Sidney Crosby recorded a secondary assist in the game against Italy.
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