In the Hockey World Championship, Canada faced a tough challenge in the semifinals and was defeated by Switzerland 3-2. Despite his best efforts, Connor Bedard will not be playing in the championship game as Canada was eliminated in a shootout. However, Bedard played a crucial role in trying to secure victory for Canada, setting up John Tavares for the game-tying goal late in the third period and scoring Canada’s only goal in the shootout.
Despite struggling during pool play, Bedard regained his form in the knockout rounds and had a strong performance throughout the tournament. After Sunday’s game, he finally has a chance to rest and recuperate after a whirlwind season. Unfortunately, he did not get to face his Blackhawks linemate Philipp Kurashev, who was a healthy scratch for the Swiss team.
On the other hand, Blackhawks goaltender Petr Mrazek has been serving as the backup goalie for Czechia and has contributed to their success in the tournament. With many players missing from World Championship rosters due to ongoing Stanley Cup playoffs, international competition is still offering an opportunity for players to showcase their skills on an international stage and represent their countries.
