NHL Hockey 3d Briefing
×NHL Hockey Highlights
Canada captain Crosby espn.com remains sidelined as Sidney Crosby missed Canada’s gold medal game after an undisclosed injury. Coach Jon Cooper espn.com noted Crosby has a “better chance” of playing in the final, but his absence leaves a void in Canada’s lineup.
U.S. wins gold espn.com on Jack Hughes’ overtime goal, cementing their Olympic hockey dominance. The U.S. men’s team now faces Canada for gold, with Brady Tkachuk espn.com emphasizing the rivalry: “There’s hatred there.”
Finland ices Slovakia 6-1 espn.com for bronze, securing their third consecutive men’s hockey medal. Slovakia’s defeat ends their Olympic run, while Finland’s NHL players continue their medal streak.
The U.S. pays tribute espn.com to the Gaudreau brothers, honoring Johnny Gaudreau’s legacy ahead of their gold medal clash. Team USA’s dominance espn.com over Slovakia set up a high-stakes final against Canada.
Jaromir Jagr espn.com, hints at ending his 38-season career with the Kladno Knights in the Czech league. Ex-NHL great Jagr’s potential retirement marks an era’s close in hockey history.
Canada’s comeback espn.com from a 2-0 deficit saw them tie and win in a thriller, with a game-winning goal at the 35.2-second mark. The cardiac Canadians showcased resilience en route to the gold medal game.
Upcoming Matches
U.S. vs. Canada espn.com for gold Sunday, with Slovakia’s exit leaving four teams vying for medals. NCAA bubble watch espn.com looms as selection day nears, but Olympic focus remains on Team USA and Canada.