Canada’s Super Line Explodes as Switzerland Crumbles in Olympic Showdown
Canada’s hockey machine is rolling and Switzerland just felt the full force of it.
At the Milan Cortina Winter Games, Canada delivered a commanding 5–1 victory over Switzerland, staying perfect in the Olympic men’s hockey tournament and sending a clear message to the rest of the field. This was not just another win. It was a showcase of depth, power and tactical flexibility.
The tone was set early. Connor McDavid struck first on the power play, finishing a slick setup from Nathan MacKinnon. Minutes later, defenseman Thomas Harley doubled the lead and Canada looked in control. But Switzerland did not fold. Pius Suter capitalized on a man advantage to cut the deficit, reminding everyone that Olympic hockey is never predictable.
Still, what followed was a turning point. Head coach Jon Cooper reshuffled his lines and suddenly the ice tilted. He united McDavid, MacKinnon and rising star Macklin Celebrini into a newly formed trio that looked almost unfair. The chemistry was instant. Celebrini buried a goal off a MacKinnon feed and the trio controlled possession with authority. Switzerland struggled to keep up.
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Sidney Crosby added another dagger in the third period, redirecting a precise pass from Mitch Marner. MacKinnon later capped the scoring, assisted by McDavid and Celebrini again. It was relentless, structured and clinical hockey.
Behind them, goaltender Logan Thompson stood firm with 24 saves, steady when Switzerland pushed. Canada’s defensive shape tightened as the game progressed, limiting high-danger chances and controlling the tempo.
But there was a sobering moment. Swiss forward Kevin Fiala was stretchered off after a collision along the boards. It appeared accidental, yet the injury could have serious implications not only for Switzerland’s tournament hopes, but also for Fiala’s NHL season with the Los Angeles Kings.
For Canada, the stakes are clear. With two regulation wins, they sit atop Group A and have already clinched their position. The next test comes against France and questions remain. Will Cooper keep the electrifying super line intact? And how will stronger opponents attempt to neutralize it?
What we are witnessing is the NHL’s brightest talent back on the Olympic stage after a 12-year absence and Canada is setting the standard early. Speed, depth and star power are converging at the right time.
The road to gold is long and the competition will intensify. Stay with us as we continue to track every shift, every goal and every turning point from the Olympic ice.
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