Monday evening the Americans will taste home-ice advantage as USA and Sweden will play the final affair in round-robin play in Titletown.
Puck drop is slated for 8 pm ET live from TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. Continue reading to learn more about this game, including the odds, a preview, my prediction and more.
Sweden vs. USA tip best betting tip
- Over 5.5 goals 1.76 at Betway
Sweden vs. USA preview
Sam Hallam’s crew were unable to get into the win column once again, suffering a 4-3 setback defeat against their Nordic arch-rivals Finland.
The loss in overtime pushed Sweden to the brink of elimination only collecting two points in the tournament so far.
Mike Sullivan’s troops came to play on Saturday in their hostile affair versus Canada.
The fight-filled checking game saw USA get the bragging rights over their northern neighbours in enemy territory, winning 3-1, and booking their place in the championship match on Thursday.
Sweden vs. USA odds
Find the match for Sweden vs. USA odds courtesy of Betway. Odds are current at the time of writing. Odds are subject to change.
| Winner | Odds |
| Sweden | 2.35 |
| USA | 1.52 |
| Puck line | Odds |
| Sweden (+1.5) | 1.52 |
| USA (-1.5) | 2.35 |
| Total points | Odds |
| Over 5.5 | 1.76 |
| Under 5.5 | 2.10 |
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Sweden vs. USA predictions
The only forward to light the lamp for Sweden on Saturday was Mika Zibanejad, who scored the game’s first goal. His goal for his home nation had to feel good as it has been a season of struggles for the 31-year-old with the Rangers, as the winger has only compiled 11 goals in 55 games played.
After Sweden’s two contests, Lucas Raymond finds himself as the highest-producing Swede registering three points. Employed by the Detroit Red Wings, the 22-year-old has cataloged 59 points in 55 regular season games in this current NHL campaign.
Dylan Larkin had a brilliant display against Canada on Saturday, as his second-period tally turned out to be the eventual game-winner. The Red Wings product also had a helping hand in assisting the American’s third goal of the evening.
The 28-year-old is producing adequate numbers this year in the NHL, recording 50 points in 55 regular season games.
Jake Guentzel had a first-star outing picking up a multi-goal performance facing the hated rivals in Montreal. With his two-goal showing, the Omaha Nebraska native is currently tied in the points leader chase with four in this tournament.
The Tampa Bay Lightning product is dangerously getting shots fired off his stick, piling up nine shots in this 4 Nations event.
Despite being absent on the scorers sheet, the Tkachuk brothers made their presence known from the opening puck drop.
The Tkachuk’s set off the fireworks against Canada instigating the all-out chaos that ensued. Both brothers combined for eight hits against the Canadians, bringing their physical element to this tournament has switched the momentum in USA’s favour.
Sweden vs. USA betting tip
It’s harsh to say this matchup could be meaningless in the end after what transpires in the Canada-Finland afternoon matinee. We still feel this clash should still see the puck rippling the back of the mesh.
This is the American’s first game of the tournament played on home soil, they will be fired up and have nothing to play for besides the pride of their country.
No pressure and worry-free hockey, think we will see players go for it and showcase the pure skill that they possess.
If Sweden is ahead in the third period of the contest, USA won’t be shy to pull the goalie for an extra attacker, helping the likelihood of a goal or two getting onto the scoreboard.
The Three Crowns are playing for country pride too, we feel with the offensively gifted blueliners they have, they will be more active in the rush. Sweden doesn’t want to finish this tournament winless, we feel this could be another high-scoring outcome on Thursday night.
Sweden vs. USA game info
- Who: Sweden vs. USA
- Date: Monday, Feb 17, 2025
- Time: 8 pm ET
- Venue: TD Garden
- Where to watch: SN, TVAS, TNT, truTV, MAX
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