‘He is an animal’: Jack Hughes loses teeth then scores Olympic ice hockey winner for US
The Guardian • • sports
Key Points:
- The United States men's hockey team won Olympic gold for the first time in 46 years, defeating Canada in a tense overtime match with Jack Hughes scoring the winning goal.
- Despite being outshot 42-28 and outplayed for much of the game, US goalie Connor Hellebuyck delivered a stellar performance, including key saves against top Canadian players and a perfect 18-for-18 penalty kill by the US team.
- Jack Hughes overcame adversity during the game, playing after losing two teeth from a stick to the face, and his overtime goal was celebrated as a historic moment comparable to the 1980 "Miracle on Ice."
- Hughes' journey included overcoming injuries and criticism, with strong support from teammates and family,
