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MONTREAL — Five things to watch as Canada continues its road to gold in the world junior hockey championship on Saturday with a game against Germany:Avoiding complacency — The Germans, ranked 13th in the world, are Canadas weakest group-stage opposition. Last year, Canada opened its tournament with a 7-2 victory over the Germans, who ultimately scored just seven goals in their four round-robin games. The German national team has never finished higher than fifth at a world junior tournament. As in any David-and-Goliath matchup, Canada will need to stay focused and avoid complacency to ensure victory.Goal fest — If Canada can remain level-headed, its fans can expect a slew of goals from the red-and-white. The tournament-favourite Canadians are undefeated (12-0) all-time against the Germans at the world juniors, outscoring them 67-18.Captain Canada — Ottawa Senators rookie Curtis Lazar will look to use his 27 games of NHL experience to lead Canada back to the gold-medal game. Lazar, one of seven returning players from last years tournament in Malmo, Sweden, was named team captain earlier this week. A game against Germany could be exactly what the 19-year-old needs to spark linemates Connor McDavid and Nick Ritchie — a trio that will need to get hot if Canada hopes to be successful against tougher opposition down the road.North American experience — The German roster boasts a few players who have played hockey in Canada and the United States. Perhaps the most dangerous will be Dominik Kahun, who played two seasons with the Sudbury Wolves of the Ontario Hockey League. The 19-year-old winger, competing in his third world juniors, led Germany with seven points (three goals, four assists) at last years tournament.Cortinas homecoming — Saturdays game will be very special for German coach Pat Cortina, who was born in Montreal. 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