Binnington's Rocky Olympic Start Draws Fan Backlash
Jordan Binnington steps into the Olympic spotlight for Team Canada, but the St. Louis Blues netminder faces a chorus of doubters after his brutal NHL season stats raise eyebrows among fans and pundits. Coach Jon Cooper sticks with his gut from the 4 Nations triumph, handing Binnington the reins against a feisty Czechia squad that tests him early and often. Those locker room whispers about his shaky form in St.
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