Bilka and Edwards score twice each in American routCanada open with 5-1 win over Sweden as Eldridge shinesJersey dispute overshadows tournament’s Danish debutThe United States opened their defense of the women’s ice hockey world championship with a 7-0 victory over Switzerland on Friday in Esbjerg, Denmark.Hannah Bilka and Laila Edwards scored twice each, while Kirsten Simms, Hilary Knight and Casey O’Brien also found the net as the Americans pulled away after a competitive opening period. Caroline Harvey contributed three assists. Continue reading...
USA women throttle Switzerland 7-0 to open hockey worlds amid jersey dispute
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Bilka and Edwards score twice each in American rout Canada open with 5-1 win over Sweden as Eldridge shines Jersey dispute overshadows tournament’s Danish debut The United States opened their defense of the women’s ice hockey world championship with a 7-0 victory over Switzerland on Friday in Esbjerg, Denmark. Hannah Bilka and Laila Edwards scored twice each, while Kirsten Simms, Hilary Knight and Casey O’Brien also found the net as the Americans pulled away after a competitive opening period. C
Key Takeaways
- USA women throttle Switzerland 7-0 to open hockey worlds amid jersey dispute.
- Hannah Bilka and Laila Edwards scored twice each, while Kirsten Simms, Hilary Knight and Casey O’Brien also found the net as the Americans pulled away after a competitive opening period.
- Caroline Harvey contributed three assists.
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