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2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | 2003 | 2002 | 2001 | 2000 1999 | 1998 | 1997 | 1996 | 1995 | 1994 | 1993 | 1992 | 1991 | 1990 1989 | 1988 | 1987 | 1986 | 1985 | 1984 | 1983 | 1982 | 1977-1981 Canada: 6 W - 0 T - 1 L, Gold Medal Canada won its first ever gold medal at the 1982 WJHC in Minnesota. The Canadian team outscored its opponents 45-14 while compiling a 6-0-1 record to claim top spot in the round-robin tournament. It was Canadas first attempt at putting together a true, national, junior team and its success paved the way for future golden efforts. On the way to its first championship, Canada handed the Soviets their worst-ever defeat, a 7-0 shellacking, before tying the Czechs to wrap things up. While not possessing any future NHL superstars, the 1982 squad boasted a ton of junior talent. Mike Moller finished fourth in tournament scoring and was named the events all-star left-winger. He was joined on the tournament all-star team by defenceman Gord Kluzak and goaltender Mike Moffat. Kluzak and Moffat also won awards as the tournaments top defenceman and top goaltender, respectively. Without star power up front, the team relied on a balanced attack. Canadas total of 45 goals was second to Finlands 47 during the tournament, as eleven different players scored at least twice for the red-and-white. The tournaments top three scorers all came from Finland (Raimo Summanen, Petri Skriko, and Risto Jalo), but the Finns (5-2-0) only managed a bronze medal thanks to a weak defence. Canada, on the other hand, allowed a tourney-low 14 goals against. Only the Czechs, who won silver after allowing just 17 goals, were close in that department. The next best defensive club, the USSR, coughed up 25 goals. Kluzak simply dominated in his own zone, with support from future NHL defenders like James Patrick, Gary Nyland, Garth Butcher, Paul Boutilier and Randy Moller. All six were first round NHL Draft picks. It was on their broad shoulders that Canada claimed its first ever world junior title. Final Standings TEAM GP W L T GF GA PTS Canada 7 6 1 0 45 14 13 Czechoslovak. 7 5 1 1 44 17 11 Finland 7 5 2 0 47 29 10 Soviet Union 7 4 3 0 42 25 8 Sweden 7 4 3 0 42 26 8 United States 7 2 5 0 28 34 4 West Germany 7 1 6 0 19 56 2 Switzerland 7 0 7 0 15 81 0 Team Canada Roster (GP - G - A - Pts) Mike Moller (7 - 5 - 9 - 14) Marc Habscheid (7 - 6 - 6 - 12) Scott Arniel (7 - 5 - 6 - 11) Bruce Eakin (7 - 4 - 7 - 11) Paul Cyr (7 - 4 - 6 - 10) Mark Morrison (7 - 3 - 7 - 10) Troy Murray (7 - 4 - 4 - 8) Paul Boutillier (7 - 2 - 5 - 7) Pierre Rioux (7 - 3 - 3 - 6) Carey Wilson (7 - 4 - 1 - 5) Todd Strueby (7 - 0 - 5 - 5) Gary Nylund (7 - 1 - 3 - 4) Garth Butcher (7 - 1 - 3 - 4) Dave Morrison (7 - 1 - 2 - 3) Randy Moller (7 - 0 - 3 - 3) Moe Lemay (7 - 2 - 0 - 2) James Patrick (7 - 0 - 2 - 2) Gord Kluzak (7 - 0 - 1 - 1) Team Canada Goaltending (W-L-T - GAA - SO) Mike Moffatt (3-0-1 - 1.75 - 1) Frank Caprice (3-0-0 - 2.33 - 0) Tournament All-Stars G - Mike Moffat (CAN) F - Petri Skriko (FIN) D - Gord Kluzak (CAN) F - Vladimir Ruzicka (CZE) D - Ilya Byakin (USSR) F - Mike Moller (CAN) Top Scorers PLAYER GP G A P Raimo Summanen (FIN) 7 7 9 16 Petri Skriko (FIN) 7 8 7 15 Risto Jalo (FIN) 7 7 8 15 Mike Moller (CAN) 7 5 9 14 Anatoli Semenov (USSR) 7 5 8 13 Air Max Falsas .1 Sam Stosur will meet Germanys second-ranked player Andrea Petkovic in the opening match of the Fed Cup World Group semifinal. Yeezy Baratas Spain . If one fighter gases, he usually gets beat up pretty bad from that point on. https://www.zapatillasbaratasspain.es/zapatillas-yeezy-baratas-spain-d1188.html . These teams will see plenty of each other in the next few weeks as three of the Canucks next nine games are against the Wild (after today they meet February 9th in Minnesota and again February 16th at Rogers Arena). Zapatillas Nike Baratas Outlet . A larger-than-life personality known for his intimidating style in the 18-yard box, Schmeichels career spanned some 20 years -- including a memorable tenure at Manchester United. Zapatillas Jordan Falsas . He had even more fun Friday. Coming off a sensational rookie season, Spieth opened the new year by never coming close to bogey and making a 12-foot birdie putt on the last hole for a 7-under 66.1. LeBron James (Cavaliers): Great news for a city that truly needs it and for a small market/non-destination franchise. James will be a better and more mature player and leader than when he left Cleveland four years ago. The Cavaliers have lots of really nice assets to move if they want to acquire Kevin Love, yet if youngsters like Andrew Wiggins, Anthony Bennett & Tristian Thompson get a chance to play with the king, they will thrive. Fun times on Lake Erie. Im happy for them. 2. Chris Bosh: Im on my way to Houston if Im him. He has to get it done quick, so they can match Dallas offer sheet on Chandler Parsons. The Rockets are a great fit for him there basketball wise and a great payday. I understand he can stay in Miami and get a fifth year and more money, yet his better opportunity to win is in Houston. Interesting decision to have to make, but its a positive problem. Overall, a nice spot to be in but joining Dwight Howard and James Harden with a sound roster, coach & organization should make it a no brainer in my book. 3. Chicago Bulls: The Bulls will be playing for the fourth Seed and final home court in first round of playoffs due to Clevelands presence in their division. Its time to take action, can they swing a move(s) to get Carmelo Anthony (they have to find more money) or maybe make a run at declining Dwyane Wade (a risk/not sure if this is even an upgrade at this stage than Luol Deng) but if they sit back, they run the risk of watching opportunities slip away. 4. Pat Riley (Heat): Tough day for him, Mickey Arison & Erik Spoelstra. This is a first class organization and theyll find a way to figure it out in time. I truly feel this is an example of what is to be the norm and not the exception (Spurs) in todays NBA. The salary cap & luxurry tax work and the free market society allow players greater leverage.dddddddddddd You need to have a three-to-five year window in mind and then strike. Its becoming harder and harder to keep great players and teams together. 5. Toronto Raptors: The Raptors have had a solid off season getting their free agents locked up and notably picking up Lou Williams & James Johnson (fingers crossed hes matured since his last stint - hes a talented guy that can help them lots at the three-spot – its time for him to produce, no excuses). Still, probably another move to make to upgrade front court if need be. Slow and steady wins the race, though. As you can see by their cap structure, theyll have cap flexibility the next two summers to add that critical defining piece(s) to take you from solid team to Eastern Conference contender. You build to put together the group that gives you that three or four-year window to truly challenge. In the meantime, internal competition and development in a winning playoff environment creates growth, interest, expectations and results in the future. The Raptors got to first base this year, now they need to work to get to second, and beyond ahead. This is a good environment for Coach Dwane Casey and his staff, theyre good teachers and sound basketball men who wont allow anyone to try and cheat the process. The key? Realism. This team is not a championship contender at this stage and lots more improvement and a few defining moves will have to come, but theyre getting there step by step. Lets not put the cart before the horse, do the right things. In the words of the great Bill Walsh, the score always takes care of itself. Be sound, patient and smart, dont listen to the noise and hype. The smart strategic path - youre on it. Stay with it and rewards will come. Better to be tactical than emotional, I like the mindset of Masai Ujiri - he gets it. ' ' '