Summary
Team Canada lost to the United States in the men's hockey gold medal game at the Olympics, partly due to an overtime format that Canada’s coach Jon Cooper criticized. The game used a 3-on-3 overtime rule, unlike the NHL playoffs’ 5-on-5 format. Jack Hughes scored the winning goal in overtime for the USA, giving them their first gold medal in hockey in 46 years.
Key Facts
- Team Canada played against the United States in the men's hockey gold medal game at the Olympics.
- Canada scored once on 41 shots, losing 2-1 after overtime.
- The game used a 3-on-3 overtime format, similar to NHL's regular season.
- Canada’s coach Jon Cooper criticized the format, saying it changed how hockey should be played.
- Jack Hughes scored the overtime goal, securing the USA's first Olympic hockey gold in 46 years.
- Canada had close games throughout the tournament, including an overtime win and a last-minute goal in previous matches.
