Barkov not being in these olympics is incredibly frustrating. This could be the best team Finland can ice in quite a while, as the next generation isn't looking so hot and most of these top guys are starting to exit their prime years soon.
Goaltending looking the worst it's been this century, as none of our top guys are having good years, and the defense is "fine I guess". This is also the first major tournament in a long time where I feel our coaching is likely to be a disadvantage.
Who knows how it plays out. Very low expectations.
Canada with another gold is already obvious at this point.
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