MILAN — In a preview of the gold-medal game, the U.S. women’s hockey team decisively defeated Canada 5-0, asserting themselves as tournament favorites. The U.S. scored quickly and dominated throughout, with Caroline Harvey netting the first goal in under four minutes. Canada struggled with confidence and missed star player Marie-Philip Poulin due to injury, leading to a lackluster performance. U.S. players expressed their determination to maintain dominance as they aim for gold at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.