Loui Eriksson Scores Hat Trick In Sweden’s Win Over Latvia At World Championships
Boston Bruins forward Loui Eriksson scored a hat trick for Sweden in its 8-1 win over Latvia in Monday’s preliminary round game at the 2015 IIHF World Championsips.
His first goal was scored on a shot from a tight angle and gave Sweden a 1-0 lead.
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Eriksson displayed his excellent hands on his second goal. He was able to lift the puck over the Latvian goalie’s left pad in traffic.
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The veteran forward completed his hat trick in the second period.
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Sweden (2-1-0-0) currently sits atop Group A, but Canada can reclaim the top spot with a win Monday against host nation Czech Republic.
The preliminary round ends May 12.
Thumbnail photo via Greg M. Cooper/USA TODAY Sports Images
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