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Sidney Crosby's Injury Status Determined Before Canada's Gold Medal Game vs. USA

Sidney Crosby's Injury Status Determined Before Canada's Gold Medal Game vs. USA

Summary

Sidney Crosby's ability to play in the gold medal game against the USA at the Winter Olympics is uncertain due to an injury he suffered in a previous match. Canadian head coach Jon Cooper stated that Crosby's participation will be a "game-time decision." Team Canada has been performing well, advancing to the final after a win against Finland.

Key Facts

  • Sidney Crosby missed the semifinal against Finland due to an injury.
  • Crosby's injury happened in a quarterfinal game against Czechia.
  • Jon Cooper, Team Canada's coach, says Crosby is a "game-time decision" for the final.
  • Connor McDavid stepped in as captain during Crosby's absence.
  • Team Canada defeated Finland 3-2 to reach the gold medal game.
  • Team USA advanced after a 6-2 win against Slovakia.
  • USA's Tage Thompson was injured but is likely to play in the final.
  • The gold medal game is set for 8:10 a.m. ET on Sunday.

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