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Canada’s Connor McDavid Sent Clear Message About Sidney Crosby’s Olympic Return

Canada’s Connor McDavid Sent Clear Message About Sidney Crosby’s Olympic Return

Summary

Canada’s men’s ice hockey team played against Finland in the Winter Olympics semifinal. Despite not having Sidney Crosby due to an injury, Canada won the match and will compete in the gold-medal game. Connor McDavid stepped in as captain during Crosby's absence and helped team secure the victory.

Key Facts

  • Canada faced Finland in the Winter Olympics semifinal match.
  • Sidney Crosby, a key player, missed the game due to a lower-body injury.
  • Connor McDavid took on the role of captain in Crosby's absence.
  • Canada came back from a 2-goal deficit to win 3–2 against Finland.
  • Sam Reinhart and Shea Theodore scored goals to tie the game.
  • Nathan MacKinnon scored the winning goal with 35.2 seconds left.
  • Crosby's return for the final is uncertain, as he is being evaluated day-to-day.
  • Canada will play for the gold medal against the winner of USA vs. Slovakia.

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