Overview
- Team USA defeated Canada 2-1 in overtime, with Megan Keller scoring the winner after Hilary Knight tied the game late in regulation.
- The IIHF named Caroline Harvey the tournament MVP, and she was also recognized as the best defender and selected to the Media All-Star Team.
- Harvey finished tied for the tournament lead with nine points and led in assists, capping a dominant U.S. run that outscored opponents 31-1.
- A TikTok Live featuring teammate Laila Edwards referring to Harvey as single and fans noting deleted photos drove breakup speculation, which remains unconfirmed by Harvey or Watts.
- Broadcasters and outlets, including TSN, amplified the Harvey–Watts matchup, while LGBTQ+ media urged restraint over unverified personal claims and privacy concerns.