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Team USA Dominates Latvia 5-1 in Olympic Opener
13 Feb
Summary
- Team USA defeated Latvia 5-1 in their opening game.
- The Hughes and Tkachuk brothers were instrumental in the win.
- Brock Nelson scored two goals, leading the offensive charge.
Team USA commenced their 2026 Olympic men's ice hockey campaign with a commanding 5-1 triumph against Latvia.
Key players like the Hughes and Tkachuk brothers proved vital, with Quinn Hughes dishing out two assists and Brady Tkachuk scoring the opening goal. Their combination with linemate Jack Eichel created significant offensive pressure.
Brock Nelson was a standout performer, scoring two goals and demonstrating strong positioning throughout the physical contest. His contributions were essential in securing the Americans' dominant start.
Despite two early goals being disallowed for Latvia through coach's challenges, the U.S. team regrouped. They went on to score four unanswered goals, showcasing their speed, physicality, and puck possession to overwhelm their opponents.
