USA hockey team pays tribute to Johnny Gaudreau after gold medal win

The United States men's hockey team won the gold medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, defeating Canada 2-1 in overtime. After the game, the team paid tribute to Johnny Gaudreau by bringing his jersey onto the ice for a team photo. Gaudreau, a key player for Team USA, had tragically passed away in 2024. The emotional moment was a heartfelt tribute to their fallen teammate, whose jersey had been a source of inspiration throughout the tournament.