Team USA Survives Denmark Scare, Wins 6-3 in Olympic Hockey Thriller
The United States men’s hockey team pulled off a hard-fought 6-3 victory over Denmark, but it wasn’t without its moments of worry. From the opening faceoff, Denmark came out aggressive, taking an early 1-0 lead just over a minute into the first period. The U.S. responded quickly, though, with Matt Boldy seizing a rebound to tie it up, setting the stage for what would become a back-and-forth battle.
Denmark didn’t back down, regaining the lead with a stunning slapshot from nearly center ice. Team USA goalie Jeremy Swayman struggled at times to track the puck, letting in a few goals that kept the score tight. By the end of the second period, the game was knotted at 4-3, with Denmark proving they could compete with a squad loaded with NHL talent. It was a reminder that even heavy favorites can be tested in the early rounds of Olympic play.
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The turning point came midway through the second period when Brady Tkachuk fired in a critical equalizer, energizing a team that had been frustratingly inconsistent in its attack. From there, six different Americans found the back of the net—Boldy, Tkachuk, Jack Eichel, Noah Hanifin, Jake Guentzel and Jack Hughes—spreading the scoring and ultimately putting the game out of reach. Jack Hughes, in particular, delivered a highlight-reel moment with a breakaway goal late in the third period, banking the puck off the goalie to secure a three-goal cushion.
The stats underline the dominance that the U.S. should have shown from the start: 47 shots on goal compared to Denmark’s 21. But the sloppy stretches and defensive lapses exposed vulnerabilities that could be costly against stronger opponents as the knockout rounds approach. This victory keeps Team USA undefeated in pool play at 2-0, but it also serves as a wake-up call: to contend for gold, consistency must replace flashes of brilliance.
Looking ahead, Team USA now shifts focus to a matchup against Germany and they’ll need to tighten their defense and sustain offensive pressure to avoid another scare. The stakes are high, with the path to the medal rounds demanding near-perfection.
For viewers tracking every moment of the Milan Cortina Olympics, this game was a reminder that even top-ranked teams can be tested and no lead is ever safe in Olympic hockey. Stay with us for full coverage, updates and analysis as the U.S. continues its quest for gold on the ice.
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