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Grades, top players from the USA's thrilling win over Canada

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A game that began with three fights in nine seconds resulted in some of the best hockey on display in recent memory. The result: a 3-1 win for the United States over Canada, much to the dismay of a majority of the fans at Bell Centre in Montreal.

The win in regulation gives Team USA six points, and clinches a spot in the championship game on Thursday. Each other team has two points, so Monday's matchups will determine who they will for the title:

Here are grades for both teams, our biggest takeaways, key players to watch for the next game as well as lingering questions.