It sounds funny to say New Jersey Devils star Jack Hughes went retro while channeling his inner Patrick Kane. But hey, it’s 2026. Kane’s glory days—although still playing—are behind him. And Jack is showing on the international level to be the next Kane. More on his inner Kane moment from Friday’s win linked below.
Elsewhere, Team USA gives their thoughts on facing Canada, Sidney Crosby’s status for Canada, and why Carolina could dominate the trade deadline.
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New Jersey Hockey Now: Jack Hughes had a huge game in Team USA’s semifinal matchup against Team Slovakia yesterday. In fact, he went a bit retro, channeling his inner Patrick Kane in his multi-goal performance. See how inside.
In case you missed Friday’s events, here were the final scores:
📺 Devils Rink Report: Okay, so just about every Devils player that went to Milan played their personal best game they have all season. So, what gives? Because it seems like they can’t get it together back in New Jersey. Is it individual performances? Roster contruction? The head coach? Well, Sheldon Keefe’s former assistant, Jack Han, joined me yesterday on the Devils Rink Report to discuss.
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The Athletic ($): We all know that Canada-U.S. in the gold medal game is the biggest test for each club in the tournament. Here’s why Chris Pronger—guest writing for The Athletic—thinks so too.
More Athletic ($): Some updates coming through this morning for Team Canada. Josh Morrissey remains unavailable, while Sidney Crosby’s status remains in question.
Sportsnet: And from this side of the boreder, here’s what Team USA is saying about facing Canada in the gold medal game.
Forever Blueshirts: If the New York Rangers are going to lean into this “re-tool,” they should lean all the way in. That’s why it’s Gabe Perrrault’s time, as well as the rest of their NHL-ready youth.
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Certainly, it’s a cryptic update. However, it’s an upgrade on the injury status of Pittburgh Penguins and Team Canada captain, Sidney Crosby, heading into the gold medal game.
Detroit Hockey Now: Here’s how Lucas Raymond is returning to the Detroit Red Wings as a Swedish Olympic record setter.
Carolina Hockey Now: Here’s why the Carolina Hurricanes could dominate the NHL trade deadline.
