USA to Face Canada for Gold Medal After Defeating Slovakia

The U.S. men’s Olympic hockey team triumphed over Slovakia 6-2 in the semifinals of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, setting up a gold medal clash with Canada. Key players Dylan Larkin, Tage Thompson, Jack Hughes, and Jack Eichel contributed to a dominant performance, with Hughes scoring twice. This matchup marks the eighth time the U.S. and Canada have faced off for Olympic gold, with the U.S. seeking its first win since 1960. The final will take place on Sunday, February 20, 2026, at 8:10 a.m. ET, coinciding with the 46th anniversary of the “Miracle on Ice.”

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