Torey Krug Scores In USA’s Win Over Russia At World Championships (Video)

Boston Bruins defenseman Torey Krug scored his first goal and fourth point of the 2015 IIHF World Championships in the United States’ 4-2 win over Russia in Monday’s preliminary round game.

Krug, who was named Team USA’s player of the game, gave the Americans a 2-1 lead in the second period with a brilliant shot. In addition to his goal, Krug tallied four shots in 23:35 of ice time, including 9:26 in the third period. He has a point in all three preliminary round games.

The United States continues preliminary round play May 7 against Belarus.

Here are the updated Group B standings. USA remains unbeaten.

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