The Soviet Selects (soon to be countryless) beat Team USA 5-2 in the final game of the USA Cup in the Knick arena in Albany on Saturday night. This same Soviet team beat Team Canada (minus Lindros) the night before (I think that score was 4-3). It was kind of embarrasing watching the US team. They appeared to be instigating fights the whole time. There were spurts where they looked really good, but after a few minutes, they were back to normal. If they play anywhere near this level in the Olympics, they won't get far. In fact, Team USA hasn't won a game since November 17. They're probably tired and anxious to get home for the holiday's. I just hope they start clicking after the New Year. Erik Cornell '86 U of Minnesota '91