NHL Hockey 3d Briefing
×Olympic Hockey Results
Team USA espn.com captured gold in men's hockey with Jack Hughes' overtime goal, ending a 46-year drought since the Miracle on Ice. Finland espn.com secured bronze with a 6-1 victory over Slovakia, marking their third consecutive Olympic medal with NHL players participating.
Team USA's Journey
Team USA espn.com defeated Canada in an epic gold medal game, with Hughes' goal sealing the victory. The Americans paid tribute espn.com to Johnny Gaudreau throughout their Olympic run, bringing his children onto the ice for a golden moment after the win. Red, white, and gold espn.com defined their dominant performance against Slovakia that set up the championship matchup.
Canada's Silver
Canada espn.com competed without Sidney Crosby in the gold medal game after he made the call to sit out. The team faced intense pressure against their rivals, with Brady Tkachuk espn.com acknowledging the "hatred" in the U.S.-Canada rivalry. Despite the silver medal, Canadian players expressed frustration at falling short of their ultimate goal.
Olympic Standouts
Olympic standouts espn.com emerged from all 32 NHL teams, with some players returning home happy while others faced disappointment. The tournament showcased incredible performances, culminating in Team USA's historic gold medal victory that drew reactions from sports icons like Tom Brady and Devin Booker, who called the Americans "LEGENDS espn.com."
Post-Olympic NHL Impact
As NHL players return from Olympic duty, fantasy managers are eyeing post-Olympic pickups espn.com like Dostal and Laferriere. Meanwhile, hockey legend Jaromir Jagr espn.com hinted at retirement after his 38th professional season with the Czech club Kladno Knights, potentially closing one of the sport's most storied careers.