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McDavid's Olympic Heartbreak: Hughes on Guarding the Legend
23 Feb
Summary
- Jack Hughes described guarding Connor McDavid as an instinctive, difficult task.
- McDavid was named MVP of men's hockey despite the gold medal game loss.
- Hughes scored the gold medal-winning goal against Canada.
Connor McDavid's quest for Olympic gold fell short once again after a loss in the final match. Despite the defeat, McDavid's exceptional performance throughout the tournament, including two goals and eleven assists, led to him being named the Most Valuable Player for men's hockey.
Team USA's Jack Hughes, who scored the gold medal-winning goal against Canada, reflected on the immense difficulty of guarding McDavid. Hughes admitted his primary instinct was to maintain defensive positioning but quickly realized McDavid's speed would bypass such tactics. He described the defensive play as an instinctive reaction to the high-stakes situation and the caliber of opponent.
McDavid's team ultimately did not secure the ultimate prize, leading some fans to dub him 'always the bridesmaid, never the bride.' The hope is that McDavid can shed this narrative upon his return to the Edmonton Oilers.
