Connect with us

Hi, what are you looking for?

The number one sports app for the true underdog sports fan!

⭐ Breaking news alerts and updates!
⭐ Eye-catching highlights!
⭐ Instant fan reactions from across the world!
Get it on Google Play Download on the App Store
7:30
📶 🔋
NBA • Live
Lakers 108 - Warriors 112
Scroll down to see full content
↓
    • 🏀WNBA
    • 💬Fan Reactions

NHL

Quinn Hughes scores overtime winner to send USA to semifinals

Published

Geoff Burke -- IMAGN IMAGES

Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes scored the winner in overtime against Sweden to win 2-1. The US now faces Slovakia in the semifinals.

The US struck first, with a goal midway through the second period from Red Wings center Dylan Larkin. However, Rangers center Mika Zibanejad scored with just 1:31 left in the game to tie it 1-1. Then, in overtime, Hughes was able to rip one past Jacob Markstrom to win 2-1.

Hughes has been one an absolute tear as of late. He has recorded a point in every single game for the US so far in the Olympics, with the overtime winner being his first goal of the tournament.

The US now faces Slovakia in the semifinals, and still has a chance to play against Canada in the gold medal game.

About the Author Published Feb 18, 2026

CAMERON JOYCE

Cameron Joyce is an NCAAF, NFL, NHL, and MLB beat writer for Ball Exclusives. Cameron also previously worked at The University of Alabama's newspaper, "The Crimson White," covering volleyball and baseball.

You May Also Like

NHL

Should the Sharks prioritize defense at No. 2 overall?

The San Jose Sharks have a dilemma. A fortunate dilemma, but a dilemma nonetheless. Jumping from nine to two in the lottery puts the...

13 hours ago

Minnesota Wild

Minnesota remains a No. 1 center away from contention

When general manager Bill Guerin acquired defenseman Quinn Hughes for a king’s ransom in December, it signaled to fans that the team was finally...

2 days ago

Buffalo Sabres

Sharks acquire Michael Kesselring from Sabres

The San Jose Sharks have traded the 20th overall pick in the upcoming draft to the Buffalo Sabres for defenseman Michael Kesselring and the...

2 days ago

NHL

Maple Leafs hire former LA Kings coach Jim Hiller

The Toronto Maple Leafs have hired Jim Hiller as the 41st head coach in franchise history. Hiller was an assistant coach for the Maple...

2 days ago