Canada rolls past Germany, advances to semifinals at women's worlds

Natalie Spooner scored twice and added an assist as Canada cruised to a 7-0 victory over Germany in the Women's World Hockey Championship quarterfinals on Saturday night in Calgary.

Melodie Daoust tallied one marker and two helpers, while team captain Marie-Philip Poulin provided a goal and an assist during her return from injury. Sarah Fillier and Ashton Bell matched Poulin's production in the contest. Brianne Jenner scored the other goal.

Canada outshot Germany 52-3.

The Canadian squad's semifinal opponent will be Switzerland. The United States will play Finland in the other semifinal.

Canada kept rolling Saturday after going 4-0 in the preliminary round. The hosts dispatched the U.S. 5-1 on Thursday for their first victory over the Americans during the tournament since 2013. The Canadians also snapped their archrivals' 29-game win streak at the event.

The semifinals are scheduled for Monday.

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