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US beats Canada in OT to win Olympic gold, sets stage for 2028 World Cup of Hockey

The United States defeated Canada in overtime to win gold at the Milan/Cortina Olympics, marking a successful return for the NHL to the Winter Games after a 12-year absence.

The United States secured the gold medal with a dramatic overtime victory over Canada in the men's final. The fast-paced contest highlighted the high level of competition following the NHL's return to the Olympics.

The league and players' association have agreed to participate in the 2030 Games in France, while the next best-on-best tournament will be the World Cup of Hockey in February 2028.