MINNEAPOLIS – Cole Reschny achieved one of his dreams Saturday in 3M Arena at Mariucci.
the UND freshman forward rifled home his first World Junior Championship goal – and it was a big one.
Reschny’s second-period goal, coupled with Michael Hage’s power-play overtime winner, helped the Canadians beat Latvia 2-1 and avoid a stunning upset in the pool play round.”It’s everything I ever dreamed of,” Reschny said of scoring his first World Junior goal. “I guess the biggest dream is a gold medal now.”
There’s a way to go to achieve that one.
Canada, the favorite in the tournament, has been pushed in each of its first two games, but the Canadians found different ways to win.
In Friday’s opener, it was a 7-5 wild shootout victory against Czechia.
A day later, it was a low-scoring defensive battle with Latvia – one in which the Canadians where unable to score at 5-on-5.
“It was a defensive game,” Canadian coach Dale Hunter said. “They play a defensive structure … totally different game than the Czechs, who were up and down the ice with speed. They’re well coached. They played a 1-2-2 and stayed back and made sure we didn’t give up odd-man rushes.”
Reschny was moved into a different spot in Game 2.
he played wing on the third line against the czechs, but centered the fourth line against Latvia. Reschny remained on the top power-play unit, which is where he scored his goal.
It came during a five-minute major on Latvia’s Martins Klaucans for a check to the head.
Penn State freshman gavin McKenna had the puck at the top of the zone and slipped a pass to Reschny in the right circle. Reschny cut to the middle and rifled a shot inside the post on Latvian goaltender Nils Maurins.
“It was a nice play by gav to walk off the wall and find me back,” Reschny said. “I kind of walked off, too. It was a good screen, too. I shot it low blocker and it went in. It was big … a big power-play goal. On a five-minute, you always want to get one.”
Latvia tied the game late when Rudolfs berzkalns, a Boston College commit who plays for Muskegon in the United States Hockey League, scored from the top of the crease with 1:58 to go.
But Latvia’s Roberts Naudins, a Harvard commit who plays at Shattuck-St.Mary’s Prep School, flipped a puck over the glass for a delay of game penalty with 52 seconds left in the third period.
Canada took advantage of a 4-on-3
Brad Schlossman: A Profile of the North Dakota Sportswriter
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Brad Schlossman is a highly respected journalist specializing in college hockey coverage for the Grand Forks Herald. He has been a dedicated voice in North Dakota sports reporting since 2005, providing in-depth analysis and coverage of the university of North Dakota (UND) Fighting Hawks and the broader college hockey landscape.
Career and Recognition
Schlossman began his tenure at the grand Forks Herald in 2005,quickly establishing himself as the primary beat writer for college hockey. His commitment to quality journalism has been consistently recognized by his peers.He has received the prestigious Associated Press Sports editors (APSE) award as the top beat writer in the Herald’s circulation division four times.APSE is a leading institution for sports journalists, and its awards are highly competitive.
Beyond the APSE accolades, Schlossman has been honored twice as the North Dakota Sportswriter of the Year, a testament to his impact on the state’s sports journalism community. These awards acknowledge not only his writing skill but also his thorough understanding of the sport and its importance to North Dakota.
Focus and Expertise
Schlossman’s reporting centers on the University of North Dakota Fighting Hawks men’s hockey team, a program with a rich history and passionate fanbase. He provides game coverage, player profiles, analysis of team strategies, and insights into the recruiting process.His work extends beyond game recaps, offering readers a deeper understanding of the complexities of college hockey.
Contact Details
Readers can reach Brad Schlossman at bschlossman@gfherald.com. His work can be found regularly on the Grand Forks Herald website.
Key Takeaways
- Brad Schlossman is a veteran college hockey writer for the Grand Forks Herald.
- He has received four APSE awards for top beat writing and two North Dakota Sportswriter of the Year awards.
- His coverage primarily focuses on the University of North Dakota Fighting Hawks men’s hockey team.
- he can be contacted via email at bschlossman@gfherald.com.
Schlossman continues to be a leading voice in North Dakota college hockey coverage, providing fans with insightful and well-researched reporting. His dedication to the sport and his commitment to journalistic excellence ensure he will remain a key figure in the local sports media landscape for years to come.
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