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Lightning Players Ignite Olympic Ice with Stellar Performances
15 Feb
Summary
- Victor Hedman recorded his first Olympic assist for Sweden.
- Zemgus Girgensons contributed two assists for Latvia's win.
- Jake Guentzel scored his first Olympic goal for Team USA.
The preliminary round of the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics men's hockey tournament is winding down, with NHL players delivering impactful performances. Victor Hedman of Sweden recorded his first career Olympic assist in a victory over Slovakia, though Slovakia secured a group bye to the quarterfinals.
Zemgus Girgensons was instrumental for Latvia, tallying two assists in their 4-3 win against Germany. Meanwhile, Jake Guentzel scored his first Olympic goal, contributing to Team USA's continued undefeated streak with a 6-3 victory over Denmark.
Finland dominated Italy 11-0, showcasing a strong offensive performance. As the preliminary games conclude, teams are positioning themselves for the qualification rounds and quarterfinal matchups, with USA and Canada competing for top seeds.
