USA beats Canada

What a big game yesterday. Couple of rival boarder countries playing for nothing more than pride and bragging rights. The US was playing for a first round bye, but this game was mostly for pride. My token Canadian friend was not happy after yesterday's game. He was soooooo angry. I loved every moment of it. But this game was an important game for the confidence of this young team. In fact, it's the youngest team in the Olympics. This win not only bolstered the confidence of the team, but the confidence of the nation. Many people out there now truly believe that their American boys have a legitmate chance at bringing home the gold. If they do, it rests on the shoulders of one man... Ryan Miller

Ryan Miller is the hottest goalie right now. 42 saves against Canada and a 3-0 record to go with it. He was the hottest goalie in the NHL going in to the break, and he has continued his hot play. If the Americans want to win the gold, it all rests on the play of its goaltender. A hot goalie can take you a long way, at any level. OHL, AHL, NHL or Olympic play, a hot goalie is near impossible to beat. If we win the gold, we'll have Ryan Miller to thank

But it's more than just a goalie. Obviously I feel he's the most important, but other guys have to step up. Brain Rafalski has. Four goals in two games, Rafalski has been red hot. He had the first two goals against Canada, and an assist on the fourth goal. Brain Rafalski, Michigan and the Red Wing's own, is a veteran leader for this young American squad and he is playing great defense and better than expected offense. If he keeps up the play, look out.

Other guys that have impressed the bearded fellow. Chris Drury, Ryan Kessler, and Bobby Ryan. Drury has lived up to his nickname "Captain Clutch" with important goals against the Swiss and the Canadians. Kessler's hustle and forecheck have been impressive, and Ryan's aggressive play sets the standard. If others start playing like Kessler and Ryan, I think the US might be the best team in the Olympics.

But how will they do, oh bearded one? If you read bellow, you notice i predicted bronze. Well I ate my words when I said "'They (USA) aren't at the level of the Canadians or Russians." But I stand by my bronze medal prediction. I think if they play Canada, things will be different. Roberto will be in net, not Marty. And for those that know me, I never change a prediction until it is proven wrong, so USA bronze Russia Silver and Canada Gold.

But let's enjoy this win over the, "all-star Canadians." ENjoy it America, savor the flavor, while it lasts...

Eve Muirhead: The Future of Curling

Eve Muirhead, you probably don't know who she is. I didn't either, until last night. It was about 4 in the morning. Curling was on. I turn my head towards the 32" T.V. And I see this young culrer for Great Britain. I will admit, I found her attractive. But when I learned more about her, that's when I was inspired to blog about her. She's 19. 19 and on the curling team. I'm 18 and just beginning to curl. So I was impressed by that. But not only was she on the team at 19, she was the skip. For those of you that don't know, the skip throws last, and calls the shots. So at 19 she is the best female curler in great Britain. Just wow. Curling is so much fun, and she's a year older than me, and lightyears ahead of me in the sport. But I'll get there, 2014 games is our goal. The US curling team is going to be changed up in 2014, makes room for me and my team. But Eve Muirhead today was called the future of curling. Just to give you a reference to how good she is. So she is definitely worth a paragraph on my blog. Plus she's attractive. Look for the next time they show the GB women's curling team. Check out who's calling the shots and throwing the hammer (last stone.) Eve Muirhead, the future of the sport.