Ivankovic perfect as Canada blanks Slovakia 4-0 in semi of under-18 hockey worlds

By Canadian Press on May 2, 2025.

ALLEN — Jack Ivankovic stopped all 24 shots he faced as Canada blanked Slovakia 4-0 on Friday in the semifinal of the men’s under-18 world hockey championship.

Cole Reschny and Jack Nesbitt each had a power-play goal in the third period for Canada.

Xavier Villeneuve opened scoring in the second and Ryan Roobroeck added some insurance with an even-strength goal with two minutes left to play.

Canada will face either Sweden or the United States for gold on Saturday.

Michal Pradel made 35 saves for Slovakia.

The Slovaks will face the loser of the semi between Sweden and the U.S.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 2, 2025.

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