US Edges Canada in OT Thriller, Ends Gold Drought
Team USA stares down Canada in a gold medal clash that tilts the hockey world, with Connor Hellebuyck stuffing McDavid breakaways to keep dreams alive. Overtime tension builds as NHL speedsters push limits, evoking old rivalries that locker rooms still whisper about. This victory snaps a 46-year drought and reshapes narratives for every player suiting up back in North America.
Related Coverage


Gudas Caught Yelling Homophobic Slur at Olympics

Kraken Snag Lindgren from Avs in $18M Heist

Olympics 2026: NHL Stars Shine, Flops from All 32 Teams

Crosby Sits Out Olympic Gold Medal Heartbreaker

Sidney Crosby Protege Stepped Up When Canada Needed Him Most

Penguins Blog: A Prospects Breakdown, Thick Irony, and Interference

Zibanejad’s goal for Sweden not enough to beat fellow Rangers, Team USA

Rangers defenseman plans to ‘keep pushing’ despite trade rumors, lost season

Dan’s Daily: The War for Gold; Dealing w/ Trade Rumors; Penguins Deep Dive