Canucks prospect Silovs backstops Latvia to World Championship quarterfinal

Silovs makes 34 saves in Latvia's 4-3 shootout win over Germany

The 21-year-old goaltender has been a standout for Latvia at the tournament

Vancouver Canucks prospect Arturs Silovs made 34 saves to backstop Latvia to a 4-3 shootout win over Germany in the quarterfinals of the 2023 IIHF World Championship on Wednesday.

Silovs was outstanding in the game, making several key saves to keep Latvia in the game. He also stopped all three German shooters in the shootout.

The win was a big one for Latvia, as it sends them to the semifinals of the tournament. They will face either Canada or Finland in the semis.

Silovs has been a standout for Latvia at the tournament. He has a 4-1 record with a 2.02 goals-against average and a .934 save percentage.

The 21-year-old goaltender is a pending restricted free agent with the Canucks. He is expected to sign a new contract with Vancouver this summer.

Conclusion: Silovs' performance at the World Championship has been a reminder of his potential. He is a talented goaltender who could be a valuable asset to the Canucks in the future.