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SUMMERSIDE -- The United States has struck first against Sweden in quarter-final action at the 2009 World Junior 'A' Hockey Challenge on Thursday afternoon. Nick Jensen gave the United States a 1-0 lead at 4:06 of the second period. Colten St. Clair and Montreal Canadiens' draft pick Mac Bennett earned assists. The United States is outshooting Sweden 19-10 with 13 minutes left in the middle frame.
