Summary
Jack Hughes, a player for Team USA hockey, suffered a mouth injury during the gold medal game against Canada in the Olympics. Despite the injury, he scored the winning goal in overtime. Hughes' dentist has explained that his recovery from the dental injury will take weeks and might require surgery.
Key Facts
- Jack Hughes is a Team USA hockey player.
- Team USA won against Canada in the Olympic gold medal game.
- Hughes scored the game-winning goal in overtime.
- During the game, Hughes was hit in the mouth, resulting in a dental injury.
- His dentist, Dr. Jason Auerbach, stated Hughes may have fractured a tooth and possibly displaced another.
- Recovery will involve a temporary fix and could take weeks.
- Surgery might be needed for complete recovery from the injury.
- Hughes continued to play and scored after his injury.
