Canadian men to battle defending champions U.S. in world hockey quarterfinals

Forward John Tavares scores Canada's third and final goal past Czech Republic goalie Dominik Pavlat in the final preliminary round game for both teams at the men's world hockey championship on May 26, 2026 in Fribourg, Switzerland.

Already assured of top spot in their pool, Canada finished its preliminary round at the world hockey championship with a 3-2 win over Czechia on Tuesday in Fribourg, Switzerland.