KOSICE, Slovakia (AP) -- The United States rebounded from an upset loss to Slovakia in the opening game at the ice hockey world championship by routing France 7-1 on Sunday.
After losing 4-1 to the host, the U.S. were not ready for another upset. Alex DeBrincat scored twice and Frank Vatrano added one in less than two minutes to set the pace early in the opening period for the U.S. to take command in the Group A game in Kosice.
Colin White also had two while Patrick Kane, who captained the Americans to the bronze medal at last year's worlds in Denmark, scored his first goal in Slovakia and added an assist.
Chris Kreider added one for the U.S. while Anthony Rech had a consolation goal for France.
*******Alex Debrincat of the U.S., center, celebrates with teammates after scoring his sides first goal during the Ice Hockey World Championships group A match between the United States and France at the Steel Arena in Kosice, Slovakia, Sunday, May 12, 2019.