MONDAY WORLD JUNIORS ROUND-UP
EDMONTON – The German underdogs gritted out a 4-3 overtime victory against Slovakia on Monday, earning their first win at the world junior hockey championships in Edmonton.
Ottawa Senators prospect Tim Stutzle burried two goals for the Germans, and helped set up Mario Zimmerman for the game winner on a power play four minutes into overtime.
Despite dressing just five defencemen and nine forwards, Germany outshot the Slovaks 32-25.
The result leaves Switzerland as the lone team without a win in Group A.
Slovakia will be back in action Wednesday when they take on Finland. Germany will face Switzerland later the same day.
SWEDEN 4 AUSTRIA 0
Sweden’s win streak remains alive after the team posted a 4-0 win over Austria on Monday.
Carolina Hurricanes prospect Noel Gunler scored twice for the Swedes, who have 54 consecutive preliminary round victories at the world junior hockey championship.
Lucas Raymond, picked fourth overall by the Detroit Red Wings at the 2020 NHL draft, had a goal and an assist, and Theodor Niederbach rounded out the scoring.
The Swedes shelled Austrian netminder Sebastian Wraneschitz, who stopped 61-of-65 shots. Hugo Alnefelt made six saves for the shutout.
The victory moved Sweden into sole possession of first place in Group B with two wins and six points.
Austria will back in action on Wednesday against Russia. Sweden is set to play Russia on Thursday.
(Canadian Press)
