Summary
Jack Hughes and the USA men's ice hockey team won the gold medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics by defeating Canada. Hughes, who scored the winning goal, returned to the New Jersey Devils and spoke about the victory at a game in New Jersey. Both the men's and women's USA ice hockey teams celebrated their Olympic gold medal wins.
Key Facts
- Jack Hughes scored the winning goal in overtime against Team Canada, leading the USA to a 2-1 victory.
- USA goalkeeper Connor Hellebuyck played a crucial role in reaching overtime by stopping many Canadian shots.
- Hughes and teammate Tage Thompson were celebrated during a game between the New Jersey Devils and Buffalo Sabres.
- Hughes delivered a speech highlighting pride in the USA men's and women's teams winning gold.
- A celebratory "USA" chant broke out during Hughes' speech, honoring the victories.
- The USA men's and women's hockey teams received special invitations to a celebration event.
- The Sabres won the game against the Devils with a score of 2-1.
