Overview
- Hughes netted the golden goal off a pass from Zach Werenski to defeat goaltender Jordan Binnington in Milan.
- Hellebuyck turned aside 41 of 42 shots, including a Connor McDavid breakaway, as the U.S. killed a prolonged 5-on-3.
- The result capped a sweep for USA Hockey after the women also beat Canada 2-1 in overtime earlier in the week.
- Canada was without captain Sidney Crosby due to a lower-body injury from the quarterfinal, with McDavid serving as captain.
- U.S. players honored the late Johnny Gaudreau during the celebration, while a postgame stuffed-plush gift to Canada drew online criticism.