Team Russia has reached a turning point at the 2016 World Cup of Hockey. Only two options lie before them this afternoon; emerge victoriously and punch their ticket to the semi-final round, be toppled by the Finns and prepare to head home to their native Russia.
As you can imagine, Team North America is waiting in the wings for their opportunity to head to the big game. After defeating Team Sweden 4-3 in Overtime on Monday night, Team North America finds themselves on the cusp of the opportunity of a lifetime. If Team Finland emerges victoriously, Team North America is headed to the semi-final round in place of the Russians.