USA win men's Olympic ice hockey gold for first time in 46 years

The United States beat Canada in overtime to win the men's Olympic ice hockey gold at Milan-Cortina 2026, their first men's Olympic title since 1980. Jack Hughes scored the overtime winner and goalkeeper Connor Hellebuyck produced a standout performance.

The United States beat Canada in overtime to win the men's Olympic ice hockey gold at Milan-Cortina 2026. Jack Hughes scored 101 seconds into overtime to secure the final gold medal of the Games. It is the first time the US men's team has won Olympic ice hockey since 1980 and the first time they have won the tournament outside the United States. NHL players were available at these Games for the first time since 2014, and goalkeeper Connor Hellebuyck was noted for a standout performance. Key details: - The match was decided in sudden-death overtime, with teams fielding three skaters plus a goalkeeper in 20-minute periods and no shootout. - Jack Hughes scored 101 seconds into overtime to win the gold medal for the United States. - Matt Boldy opened the scoring for the USA after a solo move that bypassed Canada's goalkeeper Jordan Binnington. - Canada’s Cale Makar scored in the 38th minute following a quick switch and pass from Devon Toews. - In regular time Canada had 41 shots to the USA’s 26 but could not convert, forcing overtime. - Canada’s captain Sidney Crosby was absent from the final squad due to a knee injury sustained earlier in the tournament. Summary: The victory gives the United States its first men's Olympic ice hockey gold since 1980 and completes a double after the American women's team also won gold at Milan-Cortina 2026. Undetermined at this time.