Better Offense: Canada- I would say Canada edges out the USA here because they much more depth with lots of very skilled all-around players while the USA has a few elite pure offensive players but less of them.

Better Defense: Canada- top 6 defensemen are all first-round picks led by Byram and Drysdale

Better Goaltending: USA- Despite Levi's insane numbers, he has been playing behind one of the best defensive core in WJC history. Spencer Knight has looked great for the USA and even if he's pulled, Wolf has still been insanely good in the tournament.

There is no doubt that this team Canada is one of the best to ever play but their downfall is their goaltending. Kaliyev and Caulfield can shoot the puck like few others and the best chance for the USA to win is to put as many shots on goal as possible. If the USA can beat Levi first and early in the game, the flood gates will open.


Hot Takes:
1. Levi gets pulled and the game is a blowout in favor of the USA
2. Game is tight and Canada wins by 2 goals or less with the goalies and defense stealing the show