Sidney Crosby Gets Silver in Return to Olympics
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Key Points:
- Sidney Crosby was injured in Canada's quarterfinal against Czechia at the 2026 Winter Olympics and was ruled out for the semifinal versus Finland, but remained a positive leader for the team.
- Crosby was a game-time decision for the gold medal game against the USA but ultimately did not play, prioritizing the team's chances over his own participation.
- Canada lost the tightly contested gold medal game in overtime to Team USA, with Jack Hughes scoring the winning goal.
- Crosby's Penguins teammates expressed sympathy, highlighting his selflessness and leadership, while Crosby acknowledged the difficulty of missing what could be his last Olympic opportunity.
- The game marked a significant moment for American hockey, coinciding with the 46th anniversary of the Miracle on Ice, and was seen
