After Team Canada's thrilling 4-3 overtime victory over Sweden, head coach Jon Cooper praised Mitch Marner for his overtime game-winning goal, emphasizing the confidence he exudes as a player. Cooper recognized Marner's unique abilities, noting that despite not having the fastest speed or hardest shot, his elite game processing and versatility allow him to excel on both special teams and even-strength play. Additionally, Sidney Crosby's impressive performance garnered attention, showcasing his impact as a leader for the team, with fans showing strong support as he was announced during the game.
On what the OT game-winning goal could do for Mitch Marner: "Are you saying it is a confidence-building goal? Well, that kid oozes confidence... It was fabulous."
On Marner's special abilities as a player: "He puts himself at that elite level with the way he thinks the game and processes the game at such a high level... There are not too many guys who can excel as a power play player, a penalty killer..."
On Sidney Crosby's first-star performance: "If you were really listening to what happened at the beginning of the game...the roof was coming off for Sidney Crosby."
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