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Brad Marchand Breaks Silence on Canada’s Gold Medal Loss Without Sidney Crosby

Brad Marchand Breaks Silence on Canada’s Gold Medal Loss Without Sidney Crosby

Summary

Canada lost to Team USA 2-1 in the gold medal hockey game at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Sidney Crosby was absent due to injury, but his teammate Brad Marchand expressed a strong desire to win for him. Despite the loss, Crosby praised the Canadian team's performance.

Key Facts

  • The game was the gold medal match at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan.
  • Team Canada had 15 more shots on goal but lost 2-1 to Team USA in overtime.
  • Jack Hughes scored the winning goal for Team USA during overtime.
  • Sidney Crosby, a key player for Canada, missed the game due to an injury.
  • Brad Marchand wanted to win the gold to honor Crosby, despite his inability to play.
  • Crosby commended his teammates for their strong performance despite the loss.
  • This may be Crosby's last Olympics due to his age, as he is 38 years old.

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