USA advances to WJHC semifinal with nail-biting win over Russia

The United States advanced to the semifinal of the World Junior Hockey Championship with a 4-2 win over Russia Tuesday.

New York Islanders first-round pick Kieffer Bellows scored his second goal of the game in the third period, breaking the 2-2 tie. The tally was his tournament-leading sixth.

Captain Joey Anderson sealed the game with an empty-netter.

Maple Leafs prospect Joseph Woll was stellar between the pipes, stopping 27 of 29 shots he faced.

The United States outshot Russia 43-29.

USA will take on Sweden in the first semifinal on Thursday at 4:00 p.m.