United States Defeats Latvia 5-1 to Lead Group at World Juniors

Danny Nelson scores twice and Hampton Slukynsky makes 25 saves as defending champions secure second straight win in Ottawa.

Danny Nelson, a forward from Notre Dame, scored two goals in the United States' 5-1 victory over Latvia in Group A play at the World Junior Championship.
Goaltender Hampton Slukynsky, from Western Michigan, made 25 saves, including a critical stop during a 2-on-0 breakout in the second period.
The U.S. received additional goals from Ryan Leonard, Zeev Buium, and Max Plante, maintaining their undefeated record in the tournament at 2-0.
Latvia's goaltender Linards Feldbergs made 36 saves, following his standout 55-save performance in a historic upset against Canada the day prior.
The United States, the defending champions, will face Finland on Sunday before concluding group play against Canada on Tuesday.