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Source: Team USA
Summary
Hilary Knight’s goal in the third period tied the gold medal game against Canada, and Megan Keller’s overtime goal gave the U.S. the win. Knight broke the record for most career goals and points in Team USA women’s hockey history. She has now won five Olympic medals and is the third Olympic hockey player with five medals.
Our Reading
The game followed a familiar script.
Knight’s goal was the usual late push the U.S. team makes to stay in the game.
Canada’s shutout streak was broken, and it ultimately worked in the U.S.’s favor.
The overtime goal was a moment fans have come to expect from the U.S. team.
It’s no surprise that Knight’s illustrious career led to this historic moment.
Original Observation: This is what happens when the U.S. team needs a goal in the final minutes of a game.
Author: Evan Null
