Summary
NBC faced criticism for focusing too much on the upcoming USA vs. Canada gold medal hockey game during its broadcast of the men's bronze medal game between Finland and Slovakia. Reporters and viewers felt that NBC should have given more attention to the game they were broadcasting instead of discussing the next day's event.
Key Facts
- The United States women's hockey team recently won against Canada with an overtime goal.
- The Canadian men's hockey team will play the United States for the gold medal, entering as the favorite.
- Finland and Slovakia played for the bronze medal in men's hockey.
- NBC was criticized for focusing on the USA-Canada gold medal game during its broadcast of the bronze medal game.
- Viewers and reporters expressed frustration, saying it was unfair to the teams playing in the bronze medal match.
- The USA vs. Canada gold medal game is scheduled for an 8:10 a.m. ET faceoff.
