In a significant turn of events for the Canadian national hockey team, star player Sidney Crosby will miss the upcoming semifinal match against Finland. This key matchup is set for 16:40 local time. Crosby sustained an injury during the quarterfinals against the Czech Republic when he faced multiple body checks, particularly one from Radko Gudas that resulted in a severe knee injury.
Despite his injury, reports suggest that Crosby laced up his skates for an optional practice session on Friday morning. However, this practice was closed to the media, leaving fans and analysts without insight into his condition.
Additionally, defenseman Josh Morrissey will also be sidelined for the matchup. Morrissey suffered an injury in the tournament’s opening game and has not played since, even though he participated in some practice sessions, including one on Thursday.
Canada vs. Finland: Semifinal Preview
- Match Date & Time: 16:40 local time (10:40 AM Montreal time)
- Competing Teams: Canada vs. Finland
- Crosby’s Status: Absent due to a leg injury
- Morrissey’s Status: Absent since the first match of the tournament
As Canada takes the ice against Finland, Sam Bennett will return to the roster. His inclusion could provide a significant boost to the team’s offensive strategy. This absence of two star players raises questions about Canada’s chances in this critical semifinal.
Upcoming Matches
Following the Canada-Finland semifinal, the second semifinal will feature Slovakia facing off against the United States. Fans eagerly await these thrilling matchups as the tournament reaches its climax.
