Gudas currently plays for the Anaheim Ducks and went to the World Championship after they wrapped up their season. Tkachuk captains the Ottawa Senators and went to represent the USA, as their captain, for this year's World Championship. He has been among Team USA's top forwards scoring seven goals and 13 points through only seven games.
At the moment, Czechia leads 1-0 during the second intermission and looks to eliminate the powerhouse Team USA. Gudas will look to shut down Tkachuk and ensure Czechia's victory on home ice as they are hosting the tournament.