Finland shuts out newcomer Britain, Slovakia tops Kazakhstan at hockey worlds

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Finland shuts out newcomer Britain, Slovakia tops Kazakhstan at hockey worlds
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Finland shut out newcomer Britain 8-0 for its first victory at the ice hockey world championship. Oliver Kapanen scored a hat trick and Mikael Granlund had four assists for the Finns. Finland goaltender Emil Larmi made 14 saves for the shutout in a Group A game in Prague.

Finland’s Oliver Kapanen, right, celebrates with teammates after scoring his sides first goal during the preliminary round match between Finland and Great Britain at the Ice Hockey World Championships in Prague, Czech Republic, Sunday, May 12, 2024.

Oliver Kapanen scored a hat trick and Mikael Granlund had four assists for the Finns who recovered from a 1-0 shootout loss to the host Czech Republic in the opening game.For Britain it was a second straight loss after a 4-2 defeat to Canada in its first game.Defending champion Canada faces Denmark and Switzerland plays Austria in Group A later Sunday.

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