Trump says U.S. men's hockey goalie Connor Hellebuyck will receive Presidential Medal of Freedom

February 25, 2026

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President Trump announced that Connor Hellebuyck, goalie for the gold medal-winning Team USA men's hockey team, will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
The announcement was made during the State of the Union address on February 24, 2026.
Hellebuyck made a crucial save in the final minutes of the championship game against Canada, which Team USA won 2-1 in overtime.
Trump stated he asked the team to vote on whether Hellebuyck should receive the honor, and they unanimously agreed.
The U.S. women's hockey team, also gold medalists, declined an invitation to the State of the Union but will visit the White House soon.

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