Canada vs Latvia: Playoffs How to watch, live streaming, channel list, and more - 2023 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship

Canada and Latvia will battle on the ice for a coveted spot in the final of the 2023 IIHF World Championship. The stakes are high, the anticipation is palpable, and the atmosphere is electric as these two teams prepare to lock horns in their quest for victory.

Canada vs. Latvia: Match Details

The two teams will go head-to-head on Friday, May 27, with puck drop at 6:20 AM PDT (4:20 PM in Latvia).

Canada vs. Latvia: Streaming Options

Canadian fans can watch the game live on TSN1 or stream it on TSN.ca or the TSN App. The game will also be broadcast on RDS. For fans who cannot access TSN, there is a free live stream available through the Game Centre on the official tournament website or on the World Championship YouTube channel.

Fans in Latvia have multiple options to catch the action live. They can tune into LTV Latvia and TET TV networks. Additionally, radio listeners can stay updated on the game by tuning in to TET.

For online viewers in Latvia, the game will be available to stream live on Currenttime.tv and TET's website, TET.lv. These online platforms will allow fans to watch the game from the comfort of their homes or on the go.

Canada vs. Latvia: Game Preview

This marks the eighth consecutive tournament in which Canada has reached the semifinals, highlighting their dominance on the international stage. The winner of this matchup will secure a coveted spot in the gold medal game.

In their quarterfinal game, the Canadians showcased their offensive prowess, securing a 4-1 victory over Finland. Jack Quinn, Sammy Blais, Michael Carcone, and Tyler Toffoli all found the back of the net, while goaltender Sam Montembeault stood tall, making 27 saves. The Canadian team has been on an impressive run, outscoring its opponents 7-2 in its last two games.

Meanwhile, Latvia relied on home-ice advantage in Riga to secure a first-ever semifinal berth. They defeated Sweden 3-1, with goaltender Arturs Silovs putting on a clinic, making 40 saves. Rihards Bukarts and Miks Indrasis contributed with goals, while Janis Jaks recorded a goal and an assist.

When these teams met earlier in the tournament, Canada emerged victorious with a commanding 6-0 win. MacKenzie Weegar, Peyton Krebs, and Sam Montembeault played pivotal roles in that game, with Weegar contributing a goal and two assists, Krebs tallying two assists, and Montembeault securing a shutout with 23 saves.

Canada holds a dominant record against Latvia, winning 12 of 14 previous encounters at the IIHF World Championship. The Canadians have outscored the Latvians 77-16 in these matchups.

With both teams hungry for victory, expect a fiercely contested battle on the ice. The Canadians will look to continue their dominance, while Latvia will aim to capitalize on Silovs' exceptional goaltending and keep things tight. It promises to be a captivating semifinal matchup that could go down to the wire.