Overview

• Danny Nelson scored the game-winning goal in the third period, while Trey Augustine made 38 saves for Team USA.
• The U.S. converted three power-play opportunities, with Cole Hutson, Cole Eiserman, and Ryan Leonard contributing goals.
• Canada's Bradly Nadeau scored their lone goal, but the team struggled with penalties, allowing three goals on seven U.S. power plays.
• The victory places the U.S. at the top of Group A, setting up a quarterfinal match against Switzerland, while Canada will face Czechia.
• This marks another chapter in the storied USA-Canada rivalry at the World Juniors, with the U.S. seeking its first gold medal since 2021.