Canada loses opener at Spengler Cup

DAVOS, Switzerland — Canada spotted HC Sparta Prague a three-goal lead on Monday and a spirited rally came up short, losing 3-2 in the opening game of the 2022 Spengler Cup hockey tournament.
Brett Connolly of Campbell River, B.C., scored both Canadian goals in the second period. Thomas Gregoire of Sherbrooke, Que., had two assists.
Michal Repik scored twice for the winners, while Daniel Pribyl added a single. HC Sparta Prague led 2-0 after the first period and 3-0 after 27 minutes of play