Summary
Team USA's men's hockey team won their first gold medal since 1980, inspiring athletes from other sports. Gunnar Henderson, a Major League Baseball player, expressed interest in playing in the 2028 Summer Olympics. MLB is optimistic about allowing its athletes to participate, though no final decision has been made yet.
Key Facts
- Team USA's men's hockey team won a gold medal, their first since 1980.
- Gunnar Henderson, a Baltimore Orioles player, is inspired by the hockey win.
- Henderson wants to compete in the 2028 Summer Olympics with Team USA.
- Major League Baseball has not yet officially allowed players to join the 2028 Olympics.
- The MLB commissioner previously mentioned he is hopeful about this possibility.
- MLB would need to adjust the season schedule for players to participate.
- Henderson is a top shortstop and is likely to be selected if MLB players are cleared.
- Henderson will also play in the upcoming World Baseball Classic.
