Jordan Binnington is set to take the ice as the starting goaltender for Team Canada in their quarterfinal matchup against Czechia on Wednesday, as reported by Sportsnet.
Despite enduring a challenging season with the St. Louis Blues, where he recorded an 8-17-6 record alongside a 3.65 goals-against average and an .864 save percentage over 32 games, Binnington has shown resilience in the Olympic tournament. He has impressively stopped 38 of 40 shots in his two appearances for Canada, showcasing a strong performance on the international stage.
Binnington will also be facing a familiar foe, as he led Canada to a solid 5-0 win against Czechia during the round-robin phase of the tournament. However, Czechia does bring firepower to the game, boasting skilled players such as Tomas Hertl, Martin Necas, and David Pastrnak. It remains to be seen how effectively Czechia can compete, especially following their recent 3-2 victory over Denmark, which could leave them feeling fatigued heading into the quarterfinal clash.
As the tournament progresses, Binnington’s ability to perform under pressure will be crucial for Team Canada’s success in this pivotal game. The combination of his recent form and prior victory against Czechia brings a hopeful outlook for Canadian fans as their team aims to advance further in the competition.