NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing

Olympic Gold Glory

Team USA captured its first Olympic men's hockey gold medal since 1980 with Jack Hughes' overtime goal against Canada. The victory ended a 46-year drought for American hockey. Jack Hughes delivered the decisive score after a tense battle where both teams had their moments. Sidney Crosby was notably absent from Canada's lineup for the gold medal game. After the final buzzer, Team USA honored late star Johnny Gaudreau by skating with his No. 13 jersey before bringing his children onto the ice for an emotional celebration. The win drew praise from sports icons including Tom Brady and Devin Booker, who called the team "LEGENDS" on social media. Team USA's triumph marked a historic moment for American hockey on the world stage.