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New Sidney Crosby Injury Update Spells Good News for Team Canada

New Sidney Crosby Injury Update Spells Good News for Team Canada

Summary

Team Canada won a semifinal hockey game against Finland. Sidney Crosby, the team captain, missed the game due to an injury but might return for the final. Coach Jon Cooper praised Crosby's leadership and hinted at his possible participation in the upcoming gold medal match.

Key Facts

  • Team Canada beat Finland 3-2 in the semifinal game.
  • Sidney Crosby missed the game because of a lower-body injury.
  • Connor McDavid served as the temporary captain in Crosby's absence.
  • Coach Jon Cooper mentioned that Crosby has a chance to play in the final.
  • Nathan MacKinnon scored a crucial goal with 35.2 seconds left to win the game.
  • Sidney Crosby has four assists in four Olympic games he played.
  • Team Canada will play the winner of the USA vs. Slovakia game for the gold medal.
  • Team Canada last won the Olympic gold medal in hockey in 2014.

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