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World Juniors Conclude: Finland Takes Gold, Russia Takes Silver, and The United States Takes Bronze.

Two Red Wings prospects took home medals, and Vili Saarijarvi got to win gold in front of his home crowd in his home country and I coudln't be happier for him. The two final games in what's been an exciting tournament couldn't have been more different. The United States clobbered Sweden 8-3, while Finland and Russia took us to a thrilling overtime game before Kasperi Kapanen scored the golden goal, earning Finland their 2nd gold medal in 3 years.

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Sweden vs United States- Bronze Medal Game

Result: Sweden 3, United States 8

Sweden had been a dominant force in the tournament right up until the 2nd period in their semi-final game against Finland.