Overview
- Jack Hughes won it 3-on-3 in overtime, with Hellebuyck credited with an assist on the deciding goal.
- Hellebuyck preserved the 1-1 tie late in regulation with a sprawling paddle save on Canada’s Devon Toews.
- Across the tournament he stopped 131 of 137 shots for a .956 save percentage and a 1.18 goals-against average, both best in the field.
- He was named the tournament’s top goaltender and drew raves from teammates and opponents, including Matthew Tkachuk and Dylan Larkin.
- The victory is Team USA’s first Olympic men’s hockey gold since 1980, secured with Hellebuyck stopping 41 of 42 shots in the final.