Can the Detroit Red Wings-dominant U.S. become the first team to best Russia at the World Championship?
The Jeff Blashill-coached U.S. takes on Russia on Tuesday in Cologne, Germany. USA has won five straight games since an opening-day loss to host Germany.
Russia has feasted on opponents with insatiable hunger. Latvia became the latest to taste Russia’s appetite, losing 5-0 Monday. Before that, Slovakia fell 6-0. Italy got it to the tune of 10-1. Russia hasn’t given up a goal in three straight games, has allowed just six goals total, while scoring 32. The closest game was its opener, a 2-1 victory over Sweden.