February 22, 2026
US Beats Canada for First Men’s Hockey Olympic Gold Since 1980
MILAN—No miracle needed. The United States is on top of the hockey world for the first time in nearly a half-century. Jack Hughes scored in overtime and the United States defeated Canada 2–1 in the gold medal final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Sunday to earn the nation’s third men’s title at the Games [...]
TL;DR
- The United States won the men's hockey gold medal at the Milan Cortina Olympics.
- They defeated Canada 2-1 in the final.
- This is the USA's first men's Olympic hockey title in 46 years, since 1980.
- Jack Hughes scored the winning goal in overtime.
- The team was undefeated throughout the tournament, featuring NHL players and strong goaltending from Connor Hellebuyck.
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