Finland checks the Czechs

In the first game of the World Cup of Hockey tournament, Finland beat the Czech Republic, 4-0.

Quite a surprising result, if you ask me. I thought the Czechs would be alot stronger this time, and the recent death of their coach should have inspired them. They are currently the third-ranked team in the world, according to the IIHF.

But this shows just how closely matched the teams are in this tournament. The big game is Tuesday night on ESPN 2, when the US and Canada meet to begin their tournament play. Captain Holly does not plan to miss it. Neither should you.