The Detroit Red Wings helped USA become the first team to slay Russia at the World Championship.
Forward Dylan Larkin had a goal and an assist and goaltender Jimmy Howard made 16 saves Tuesday in Cologne, Germany, as USA handed Russia her first loss of the tournament, 5-3.
It was the sixth straight victory for the U.S., and secured first place in Group A standings. The quarter finalist opponent will be known later today.
USA, coached by Jeff Blashill, also beat the other elite team in the Group A, Sweden. Russia, though, loomed as a daunting opponent in the last preliminary round, having allowed just five goals through the first six games.