As a Canuck I am unfortunately required to join our cocky hockey nation in cheering on anything that hits the ice with a maple leaf on it (except for the actual Maple Leafs of course). It's more or less in our constitution to watch all the pre, post, and mid game drivel that TSN throws our way. The World Juniors is our March Madness; the most important sporting event in the world nationally, but no one else really cares about it. Also we're really good at it, which helps. It's mostly because our CHL develops players specifically for this age group (Your NCAA is a great development system, but development peaks at 20 - 21, where they are ineligible).
Nonetheless, with our upcoming re-match, here are my three reasons why we'll school you again. Congrats on demolishing the Czech Republic by the way.
Reason 1: Our absurdly good first line
It's no secret that our first line wouldn't be in Russia if the NHL was in session. Ryan Nugg...
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