US, Canada in different spots in men's hockey at Olympics

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Claude Julien wants his players to have short memories after Canada lost to the United States.

David Quinn hopes the same for his U.S. players now that they're one victory away from an undefeated preliminary round at the Olympics.

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The Americans and Canadians go into the final day of group play in very different situations. While the U.S. would win the group by beating Germany or losing in overtime or a shootout, Canada's got some kinks to work out and has only a lopsided matchup against host China left before the knockout round.

"It’s an opportunity for us to learn what we need to get better at," Julien said after Canada's 4-2 loss to the Americans. "We can’t afford to have these ebbs and flows in our game. Through adversity, you become better. We’re hoping (Sunday night against China) we’re able to show that we’re going to be a better team from what we’ve lived through today."

Canada might have a goaltending dilemma on its hands after veteran Eddie Pasquale gave up two bad goals to the U.S. Pasquale started each of the first two games with Matt Tomkins backing up and Northeastern University star Devon Levi not in uniform.

Based on his exceptional college season and status as an NHL prospect, it looked before the Olympics like Levi would be the No. 1 goalie. Pasquale's uneven play could open the door for that, unless Tomkins gets a look first.

United States players Aaron Ness (42) and Kenny Agostino (11) celebrate after teammate Andy Miele scored a goal against Canada goalkeeper Eddie Pasquale, left, during a preliminary round men's hockey game at the 2022 Winter Olympics, Saturday, Feb.