Team USA beat Canada 5-0 in dominant fashion, earning the top seed and signaling strong gold medal potential.

Team USA defeated Canada 5–0 in a dominant men’s hockey game in Milan, securing the top seed in the tournament. The U.S. controlled play from the start with aggressive forechecking, solid defense, and strong goaltending, shutting out Canada despite its usual speed and depth. Special teams performed effectively, and the team showed disciplined execution across all phases. The victory, seen as a potential gold medal preview, highlights Team USA’s strong form and raises expectations for a possible rematch later in the competition.