Canada Dominates Hungary 6-0 in Final Tune-Up Before World Championship
Macklin Celebrini shines with four points as Canada finalizes roster with the addition of Mike Matheson.
Overview
- Canada secured a commanding 6-0 victory over Hungary in its second and final pre-tournament game in Budapest.
- Macklin Celebrini, an NHL rookie of the year finalist, led the offense with a goal and three assists.
- Goaltenders Dylan Garand and Carter George combined for a shutout, stopping all 14 shots faced, while Hungary's Bence Balizs made 31 saves.
- Montreal Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson was officially added to the roster following his NHL playoff exit.
- Canada is set to open the 2025 IIHF World Championship against Slovenia on Saturday in Stockholm.