Who are this years favorites?

[Papa Smurf]

By this time last year, article of how it was the USA's touney to lose were being released. Now that most of the countires have announced their rosters, who looks like the nation most likely to take it all?

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[BuppY]

Canada and Russia!!!!!!!!!

 

[HellsBells]

I see another all North American final once again this year. Different result this time around though.

 

[SeLaine]

i'd say canada russia usa and finland in that order

 

[Mountain Dude]

I'd say there aren't any favorites.

Canada, Russia and the US are almost exactly equal.

 

[Crosbyfan]

I'd say there aren't any favorites.

Canada, Russia and the US are almost exactly equal.

Anything can happen in one game but if Canada can play like they did last year they they should win... and on paper they're twice as good as last year. I am impressed with the US team. Last year everyone said they had a team that could win and that would be their best shot in the near future. They look competitive again. Not sure about Russia but they will not duplicate last years performance (or lack of). I would expect them to be on a mission.

 

[willie]

1. Canada
2A. USA
2B. Russia

 

[bigd]

I think Canada looks very strong this year. I'm an American but I don't see the USA team in the finals unless Montoya stands on his head!