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USA Men's Hockey Dominates Germany 5-1 at Olympics
16 Feb
Summary
- Americans secured a 5-1 victory over Germany.
- The team finished atop Group C standings with a 3-0 record.
- Captain Dylan Larkin mentioned the Olympic swag as a highlight.
The United States men's hockey team concluded a flawless preliminary round at the 2026 Winter Olympics with a resounding 5-1 victory against Germany on February 15th. This win propelled the Americans to the top of Group C standings, securing them a coveted bye into the quarterfinals.
Their preliminary success included earlier wins against Latvia and Denmark, culminating in a perfect 3-0 record. Despite facing Germany's star player Leon Draisaitl, the American squad maintained control throughout the match. Key goals were scored by Zach Werenski, Auston Matthews (twice), Brock Faber, and Tage Thompson. Tim Stützle managed to score Germany's lone goal.
Matthew Tkachuk engaged in playful banter with German captain Leon Draisaitl, highlighting their existing rivalry. Captain Dylan Larkin also commented on the Olympic swag as a memorable part of the experience. The Americans are now set to face the winner of a qualification game between Sweden and Latvia in the quarterfinals.
