USA’s Hilary Knight Makes Olympic History in Gold Medal Game vs Canada
Summary
In the 2026 Winter Olympics, USA women's hockey captain Hilary Knight scored a critical goal against Canada, tying the game and breaking the record for the most career goals in women's Olympic hockey history. Her goal helped the USA as they pushed for a win after being behind for most of the game.Key Facts
- Hilary Knight scored the game-tying goal for the USA in the 2026 Olympics during a match against Canada.
- The USA was losing 1-0 until Knight's goal late in the third period.
- Knight's goal was her 15th in Olympic history, setting a new record for most goals by any American hockey player in the Olympics.
- Before this game, Knight was tied with Natalie Darwitz, Katie King, and John Mayasich at 14 goals.
- Hilary Knight has participated in five Olympic Games.
- During the 2022 Beijing Olympics, Knight scored six goals and collected ten points, helping the USA win a silver medal.
- In 2018, she contributed to the USA's gold medal win with two goals and three points.
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