WHL Brandon Wheat Kings

U.S. Claims The Gold

Published on January 5, 2010 under Western Hockey League (WHL)
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SASKATOON -- The third time was the charm for Team USA.

After blowing third-period leads to Canada in the previous two meetings, the U.S. crumbled again in the world junior gold-medal game.

But John Carlson scored his second of the game 4:21 into overtime to give the U.S. a wild 6-5 victory.

The loss ended Canada's streak of world junior crowns at five straight and gave the Americans their first title since 2004 -- when they also beat Canada in the final.

Jordan Eberle singlehandedly brought the Canadians back from the brink of defeat late in the third period.

Eberle scored twice in 1:14 -- the second with just 1:35 remaining in regulation -- to force extra time.

The U.S. thought they had it won when they scored twice in 2:11 in the third period to seize control.

Jerry D'Amigo scored on an odd-man rush before the heartbreaker came moments later.

Canadian goaltender Jake Allen inexplicably kicked a dump-in back into the slot and Team USA captain Derek Stepan made no mistake.

Allen, who looked shaky throughout, was replaced by Martin Jones.

All-star team

Goal: Benjamin Conz, Switzerland

Defence: Alex Pietrangelo, Canada; John Carlson, USA.

Forwards: Jordan Eberle, Canada; Derek Stepan, USA; Nino Niederreiter, Switzerland.

Best goaltender: Benjamin Conz, Switzerland

Best defenceman: Alex Pietrangelo, Canada

Best forward: Jordan Eberle, Canada

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