Four Red Wings made appearances in today’s game between Team Czech Republic and Team Europe. Names include Tomas Tatar, Frans Nielsen, Thomas Vanek, and Petr Mrazek. Among all players, the one that stood out most was Mrazek. He was the backbone for the Czechs, who just couldn’t seem to find much consistent pressure. Despite a 3-2 loss in overtime, Mrazek showed the hockey world that he’s still the athletic freak-of-nature that he was early last season. Onto the recap!
First Period
Team Europe jumped out of the gate with the Kopitar, Hossa, and Tatar line, which has been a lot of fun to watch so far in the tournament.