Nathan MacKinnon and Canada rally to beat Finland and reach the Olympic final
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Key Points:
- Canada overcame a two-goal deficit to defeat Finland 3-2 in the Olympic semifinals, advancing to the gold medal game despite missing injured captain Sidney Crosby.
- Key plays included Sam Reinhart's deflection goal, Shea Theodore's tying shot, and Nathan MacKinnon's game-winning goal with 35 seconds left, assisted by Connor McDavid.
- McDavid set a new Olympic record for most points by an NHL player with 13, and the team showed composure and relentless pressure after falling behind early.
- Canada's young talent, including 19-year-old Macklin Celebrini, contributed significantly, with Celebrini recording eight shots on goal and showing confidence in high-pressure moments.
- The U.S. will
