The overtime format behind Jack Hughes’ gold moment is under fire

Feb 22, 2026; Milan, Italy; Jack Hughes #86 of Team United States scores the golden goal on Jordan Binnington #50 of Team Canada in overtime during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images | Geoff Burke-Imagn ImagesThe United States men's and women's ice hockey teams won gold medals in the same Winter Olympics in the countries history, and both happened against Canada in overtime. The women's team defeated the Canadian women's team 2-1 last Thursday after overcoming a 1-0 on a tying goal from Hilary Knight in the final minutes of regulation, and an incredible goal by Megan Keller in overtime. Then, this past Sunday, the men's team ended a 46-year drought, defeating Canada 2-1 on an overtime goal from New Jersey Devils star Jack Hughes.

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