2014 Canadian Olympic Hockey Team: The Best Yet?
The 2014 Canadian Olympic Hockey Team is considered by many to be the best ever assembled. They have an incredible mix of speed, skill, size, and experience. But can they live up to the hype?
Introduction
The 2014 Canadian Olympic Hockey Team is being hailed as the best ever. Is this team really that good? Let’s take a look at the roster and see.
The Roster
The 2014 Canadian Olympic Hockey Team is one of the most talented and deep rosters ever assembled.
Gone are the days when Canada could simply ice a team of superstars and be guaranteed a gold medal In today’s international hockey landscape, there are a number of countries with rosters that can compete with Canada on paper.
That being said, the 2014 Canadian Olympic team is still head and shoulders above the rest of the field. They have a mix of experienced veterans and young up-and-comers, all of whom are at the top of their game.
In goal, Canada has two world-class netminders in Roberto Luongo and Carey Price. Luongo was sterling in 2010, backstopping Canada to a Gold medal, and he has only gotten better since then. Price is coming off a Vezina-winning season in which he was simply unbeatable for much of the year. Whoever starts in goal for Canada will give them a huge advantage over their opponents.
The defense is where Canada really shines. They have a top pairing of Duncan Keith and Shea Weber that can shut down the opponent’s best players night in and night out. Behind them are a group of mobile, puck-moving defenseman who can all contribute offensively – Brent Seabrook, Drew Doughty, Alex Pietrangelo and Marc-Edouard Vlasic. All told, it’s arguable that Canada has the best group of defenseman in the tournament.
Up front, Canada is equally as deep and talented. They have a mix of players who can score goals in bunches (Steven Stamkos, Rick Nash) as well as those who excel at setting up their teammates (John Tavares, Sidney Crosby). They also have players who can do a bit of both (Claude Giroux, Corey Perry). Add in guys like Jamie Benn and Patrick Sharp – both of whom had over 80 points last year – and it’s easy to see why many are picking Canada to win gold again in 2014.
The Schedule
The 2014 Canadian Olympic Hockey team has been announced, and the schedule for the Olympics has been released. The team will play their first game against Norway on February 12th. Canada is in Group A with Norway, Finland, Austria, and Switzerland. The full schedule is as follows:
February 12th- Canada vs. Norway
February 14th- Canada vs. Finland
February 16th- Canada vs. Austria
February 18th- Canada vs. Switzerland
All games will be played at the Bolshoy Ice Dome in Sochi, Russia.
The Venues
Sochi, Russia will be the host of the 2014 Winter Olympics taking place from February 7-23. This is the first time that the Winter Olympics will be held in a country of the former Soviet Union There are a total of 98 events in 15 different sports that will be contested at the 2014 Winter Olympics Hockey will, once again, be one of the most popular sports at the Winter Olympics Both the men’s and women’s Hockey Tournament will consist of 12 countries each. The following is a list of the venues that will be used for the Hockey Tournament at the 2014 Winter Olympics
Bolshoy Ice Dome – The main arena for the Hockey Tournament at the 2014 Winter Olympics It has a capacity of 12,000 and will be used for both the men’s and women’s tournament.
Shayba Arena – A secondary arena that will also be used for both the men’s and women’s tournament. It has a capacity of 7,000.
Fisht Olympic Stadium – This stadium was built for the 2014 Winter Olympics and will be used for the Opening and Closing Ceremonies. It has a capacity of 40,000 but will not be used for any hockey games
The Fans
The fans are eagerly awaiting the 2014 Winter Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia. The games will be held from February 7-23, and the Hockey Tournament will be one of the most popular events. The Canadian Olympic Hockey team is always a favorite to win gold, and this year’s team is no different. Many people are calling this team the best Canadian Olympic hockey team ever.
The fans have high expectations for the team, and they are hoping that the players will live up to their hype. The team has already had some great moments in the pre-Olympic Games including a come-from-behind victory over the United States in the finale of the Hockey Tournament at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.
The players on this year’s team are eager to prove that they are the best, and they will be looking to win gold in Sochi. The fans will be cheering them on every step of the way.
The Media
The media has been giving a lot of attention to the 2014 Canadian Olympic Hockey team. They are referred to as “the best yet.” Some people think that this is just media hype, but there are others who believe that this team really is the best yet.
The Legacy
When it comes to National Hockey no country boast a better record than Canada. With a total of 9 gold medals the Canadian Olympic hockey team is the most successful in history.
The Canadian team has had many Great players over the years, but the 2014 team may be the best yet. With a mix of young talent and experienced veterans, the team is poised to make a run at another gold medal.
The 2014 Olympics will be held in Sochi, Russia, and the Canadian team will be looking to bring home gold once again.
The Future
With the 2014 Winter Olympics just around the corner, all eyes are on the Canadian Olympic Hockey Team Can they live up to the expectations of being the best team in the world?
The future of Canadian hockey looks promising. With a mix of young talent and experienced veterans, the team is poised to make a run at the gold medal.
The forwards are led by captain Sidney Crosby who is fresh off winning a Stanley Cup with the Pittsburgh Penguins He is joined by fellow NHL stars Jonathan Toews, Patrick Sharp, and Rick Nash.
On defense, the Canadians have a mix of experience and youth. Veterans like Duncan Keith and Shea Weber will provide leadership, while youngsters like Drew Doughty and Alex Pietrangelo will look to make an impact.
In goal, Canada has two of the best in the business in Roberto Luongo and Carey Price. Both goalies have experience playing in big games, and will be key to Canada’s success.
With a deep roster and plenty of talent, the 2014 Canadian Olympic Hockey Team has a chance to be one of the best ever.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the 2014 Canadian Olympic Hockey Team is one of the best teams ever assembled. They have a perfect blend of size, speed, skill, and grit. They also have incredible depth at every position. Every player on this team is a world-class talent and they will be a tough team to beat.
