Czech Republic vs. Germany - 2004 World Cup of Hockey (European Pool Round)

A balanced attack featuring seven different goal scorers helps the Czech Republic to a 7-2 thrashing of Germany in the opening round of the 2004 World Cup of Hockey. Vinny Prospal scores a goal and two assists for the Czechs, while three of his teammates - Martin Havlat, Patrik Elias and Jaromir Jagr - each add a goal and an assist. Tino Boos and Jochen Hecht score for Germany. Tomas Vokoun gets the win in the Czech crease, while German starter Robert Muller is replaced in the second period by Oliver Jonas. Coverage of the game includes: First intermission including highlights and analysis from Bill Pidto and Barry Melrose, as well as a discussion about the pending NHL labor dispute and a preview of the United States vs. Slovakia game Second intermission including highlights and analysis, as well as a discussion about the pending NHL labor dispute and a preview of the Quarterfinal Round Game originally played on September 3, 2004 and broadcast nationally on ESPN, featuring commentary by J.P. Dellacamera and Brian Engblom.