Summary
The United States men's hockey team won a gold medal in a close 2-1 overtime game against Canada. The victory marks the first time in nearly 50 years that the U.S. men's team has won gold. The game sparked a social media debate when a Canadian sports host suggested Americans should not be celebrating the win.
Key Facts
- The U.S. men's hockey team won 2-1 in overtime against Canada to claim the gold medal.
- U.S. goalie Connor Hellebuyck made 41 saves out of 42 shots.
- Jack Hughes scored the game-winning goal for the United States.
- This is the first gold medal for the U.S. men's hockey team in about 50 years.
- The victory provided a redemption after last year's loss to Canada in the Four Nations title game.
- A Canadian sports host criticized the celebration by Americans, leading to backlash on social media.
- The U.S. had not beaten Canada in a major competition since the 1996 World Cup of Hockey.
