Bedard shines as Canada downs Latvia at World Juniors 

2 years ago  /  Sportsnet

EDMONTON — Team Canada needed some time to shake off the rust as they embarked on a late-summer campaign for gold. The time away showed at moments, but Canada held on for a 5-2 victory over Latvia to open the tournament on Wednesday. “I know a coach is never happy with the game, but considering the time of year and where we’re at in this tournament, I think it was good.” Ridly Greig and William Dufour each had a goal and a helper for Canada (1-0-0), while Lukas Cormier and Olen Zellweger also scored. Earlier in the period, Latvia cut the deficit to 4-2 on a power play after Greig was called for tripping....

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