With the game winding down and chances becoming scarcer, Canada was able to take the lead one last time courtesy of Rick Nash and Brent Burns. Up to this point in the game, Sweden had succesfully killed all five Canadian power-play chances. Nash passed to the point where Burns collected the puck for a moment, before releasing a quick snapshot on goal. The puck worked through congestion before being redirected by Nash, fooling Swedish netminder Erik Ersberg glove-side. Canada's 3-2 lead would hold up, sealing victory and an unbeaten 6-0 record for the red and white.

Much to the dismay of Oilers goaltender Devan Dubnyk, Jonathan Bernier has stepped into the role alongside Maple Leafs keeper James Reimer. Bernier had an excellent outing today, posting 23 saves on 25 Swedish shots. Most importantly, he kept Tre Kronor at bay when his team needed him the most. On the rush, a beautiful saucer-pass from David Petrasek was redirected at the goalmouth. Bernier showcased tremendous lateral movement, sliding across to stop the puck with an extended pad save. The stop kept the 2-2 score intact and provided Canada with the opportunity to win the game late.

Rick Nash did it all for Canada today. Not only did #61 contribute with with the game-winning goal, but his five shots helped provide the spark for Canada's attack throughout the match. In addition to his offensive contributions, Nash was a physical force, defensively responsible, and was willing to work in the dirty areas to help keep the puck in Canada's possession. If not for some excellent goaltending from Jonathan Bernier, Nash would have earned Canada's Player of the Game honours.

Although Dion Phaneuf and Brent Burns were excellent today, Alex Pietrangelo was a stand-out for the Canadian squad in the win. In total, the 21-year-old defenceman played 20:54, had a team-high seven shots on goal, a plus-one rating, and was the catalyst for Canada's quick breakout with a pin-point first pass. All things considered, it was a fantastic outing for the St. Louis Blues rearguard in Canada's sixth win of the tournament.

With just over a minute to play in the second period, Canada's Rick Nash ignited the physical game with a thunderous hit on Calgary Flames rookie Mikael Backlund. The 22-year-old centre carried the puck through the neutral zone where a tracking Nash met the Swede with great shoulder-to-shoulder force, separating him from the puck and sending him violently to the ice. Nash was erroneously assessed a charging minor on the play, but the incredible impact was irreversable.

One year ago, Canada concluded the Qualification Round with a disastrous seventh place ranking and only three wins to the nation's credit. This year, a remarkable turnaround has taken place. Canada has won all six matches, heading into the Quarter-Finals with the top ranking in Group F. Next up: Team Russia.

Canada begins the Quarter-Finals with a test against Russia, while Sweden will challenge Germany as both teams look to move on to the next round in Slovakia.