Pavlík, Czechia Advance to Hlinka-Gretzky Cup Semifinal
August 8, 2024 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Moose Jaw Warriors News Release
Moose Jaw, Sask. - Dominik Pavlík and Czechia finished off the round robin at the 2024 Hlinka-Gretzky Cup undefeated on Wednesday in Edmonton.
The Moose Jaw Warriors import draft pick finished with an assist in Czechia's 4-1 win over Finland, which gave them a perfect 3-0 record in the preliminary round.
Pavlík assisted on Tomas Poletin's opening goal 6:58 into the second period.
Czechia would score four straight goals to take a 4-0 lead midway through the third period and cruise to the win.
Pavlík and Czechia now head into the semifinals where they will face Sweden on Friday at 3:30 p.m. Saskatchewan time.
The other semifinal will feature Canada taking on the United States. Team Canada claimed first place in the other pool with a 3-0 record, finishing the round robin with a hard fought 2-1 win over Sweden on Wednesday.
The gold and bronze medal games go on Saturday at Rogers Place in Edmonton.
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