Jet Greaves turned aside all 34 shots he faced as Canada blanked the United States 4-0 in the quarterfinal of the IIHF Men's Ice Hockey World Championship on Thursday in Fribourg, Switzerland.
Dominant Performance in Net
Greaves, the Canadian goaltender, was the star of the game, making several key saves to keep the Americans off the scoreboard. His shutout performance was a critical factor in Canada's victory, as the U.S. applied significant pressure throughout the contest.
Key Goals
Canada's offense provided ample support for Greaves, scoring two goals in the first period and adding single tallies in the second and third periods. The goals came from a balanced attack, with multiple players contributing to the score sheet.
- First period: Canada struck early with two quick goals to take a 2-0 lead.
- Second period: A power-play goal extended the lead to 3-0.
- Third period: An empty-net goal sealed the 4-0 victory.
Defensive Effort
Defenseman Morgan Rielly played a key role in protecting the lead, blocking shots and breaking up plays. The Canadian defense limited the U.S. to mostly perimeter shots, making Greaves' job manageable despite the high shot count.
Semifinal Berth
With the win, Canada advances to the semifinal round, where they will face a yet-to-be-determined opponent. The team will look to build on this strong performance as they pursue their first gold medal since 2023.
The United States, meanwhile, will head home after a disappointing quarterfinal exit. Despite outshooting Canada 34-28, they were unable to solve Greaves.
