re: USA vs. Canada hockey - Great American Hype thread

I cannot wait for this game. It won't be an easy win for either team; it's going to be a hard-fought, entertaining game.

The Canadians are more skilled, so IMO the U.S. will need players like Backes, Malone, Kesler, Brown and Langenbrunner to play a physical game and wear down the opposition with the forecheck.

Obviously it will be a great goalie battle too. Brodeur vs. Miller - both goalies will need to play lights out and we all know that they are BOTH sure as hell capable of doing that.

This will be good. GO USA!

Another thing I like about this: each country's fans really come together and support their side.

The NHL rivalries completely go away for 2 weeks and everyone in the U.S. roots for Team USA and supports their country. It doesn't matter what NHL team you support; the Red Wings or Hawks, the Bruins or Flyers...we're all Americans!

This is what it's all about. This will be a great game.

USA! USA! USA!