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The Canadian men's hockey team defeated Switzerland 5-1 in today's preliminary round face-off.
Swiss player Kevin Fiala was removed from the ice on a stretcher after suffering an injury during the third period. The crowd stood up to applaud Fiala as he was taken off the ice and the entire Canadian team stood for his departure.
Canada will play France on Sunday.
After scoring five goals in the second period, the United States women cruised past Italy, 6-0, to advance to the semifinals of this tournament.
Kendall Coyne Schofield led the U.S. with two goals.
The U.S. won't know its opponent until after the quarterfinals finish tomorrow.
The Canadian men's hockey team is holding onto their lead as the third period progresses.
Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby scored against Switzerland earlier in the period, while a second third-period goal from Nathan Mackinnon seals their lead at 5-1. Less than seven minutes remain in the third period.
On a night that has seen a stunning upset in men's figure skating, things are playing out precisely as expected in women's hockey.
Source: Drudge Report
