Finland
Four years ago, Team Finland was able to come home with a medal after defeating Slovakia in the the Bronze game. This year, they will shoot for an improved performance with veterans Kimmo Timonen and Teemu Selanne; both will look to shine in what is expected to be their final Olympic appearance. Finland will have to deal with filling holes in the roster left by forwards Mikko Koivu and Valterri Filppula, both suffering from ankle injuries. However the netminders are what stand out on this roster. Likely starter Tuukka Rask currently leads the NHL in shutouts and has a Top Ten save percentage. Don’t think that the Finns won’t be able to rely on 2013 Vezina Trophy runner-up Antti Niemi or Kari Lehtonen if needed, as the two boast top standings in the NHL wins column this season.