Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin scored what proved to be the game-winning goal Tuesday as Team USA defeated host Denmark 3-2 in the lone World Championship exhibition for both countries.
The U.S. begins pool play Friday against Canada (10:15 a.m. ET, NHL Network).
Will Butcher of the New Jersey Devils collected a goal and two assists. Cam Atkinson of the Columbus Blue Jackets also scored a goal.
Red Wings' Dylan Larkin can benefit again from World Championship