"Exactly 46 years to the day since the United States last claimed gold at the Winter Olympics - yes, the Miracle on Ice team - they faced Canada for gold in Milan. After an awesome tournament in which both teams had their share of highs and lows, the gold medal game we all wanted came to fruition. Well, almost. The only thing missing from the two incredibly talented rosters was Sidney Crosby."
"Matt Boldy of the Minnesota Wild gave the USA a 1-0 lead exactly six minutes into the first period. THE USA STRIKES FIRST. MATT BOLDY PUTS THE AMERICANS ON THE BOARD. pic.twitter.com/oO5Am72qa7- NBC Olympics & Paralympics (@NBCOlympics) February 22, 2026 With an assist on Boldy's goal, Quinn Hughes tied the USA Hockey record for most points an an Olympics tournament involving NHL players with eight. It was his seventh assist of the tournament, which broke the USA record for Olympics with NHL participation."
At the 2026 Winter Olympic men's hockey final in Milan, the United States and Canada met for gold with Sidney Crosby sidelined by a lower-body injury. Both teams emphasized speed, and physical play featured early, with Tom Wilson delivering hits and Connor Hellebuyck strong in goal. Matt Boldy gave the United States a 1-0 lead six minutes into the first period. Quinn Hughes's assist on that goal tied the U.S. Olympic NHL-era points record at eight. The Americans held the one-goal lead after 20 minutes despite passing on several Grade A chances. Canada dominated early in the second but Hellebuyck and the defense preserved the lead. Connor McDavid earned a breakaway later in the period.
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