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IIHF U18: USA Claims Bronze in OT Thriller Over Slovakia

The United States captured the bronze medal at the 2025 IIHF World Men’s U18 Championship with a thrilling 4–3 overtime win over Slovakia. Forward Ben Kevan played the hero, scoring just over five minutes into the extra frame to secure the Americans’ fourth consecutive medal at the tournament. First Period The opening frame saw both […]

IIHF U18: Sweden Edges USA 4–3 in Semifinal Thriller to Earn Shot at Gold

In a back-and-forth semifinal packed with momentum swings and dramatic bounces, Sweden scored twice in the third period to break a 2–2 deadlock and defeat the United States 4–3, earning a berth in Sunday’s gold-medal game against Canada. Goaltender Love Harenstam was a key difference-maker for Sweden, turning aside 35 shots and holding strong during […]

IIHF U18: USA, Sweden Set for High-Stakes Semifinal Rematch

After a thrilling 6–3 victory over Sweden in group play, Team USA and Team Sweden are set to meet again—this time with a trip to the gold-medal game on the line. The Americans come in riding a dominant stretch of tournament success, having reached the semifinal round in 22 of the last 23 IIHF Under-18 […]

IIHF U18: USA Defeats Latvia 6–3, Advances to Semi-Finals

The United States advanced to the semi-finals of the 2024 IIHF U18 World Championship with a 6–3 win over Latvia on Friday in Frisco. With early pressure, timely offense, and a few fortunate bounces, the Americans continued their streak of playing for a medal every year since 2004—excluding only 2021. First Period – Strong Start […]

IIHF U18: Gallant Leads USA Past Germany in Final Group Stage Win

Team USA closed out the Group B stage with a gritty 5–3 comeback win over Germany, rallying from three separate deficits to remain perfect heading into the quarterfinals. Forward Richard Gallant led the way with two clutch goals, including a short-handed game-winner and a last-second empty-netter. With the result, the Americans finish first in Group […]

IIHF U18: USA Storms Back to Defeat Sweden, Securing Top Spot in Group B

Saturday night’s showdown between the United States and Sweden didn’t just live up to the hype — it shattered it. In a battle for the top spot in Group B, Team USA erased two early deficits and surged past Sweden 6–3, fueled by quick-strike offense, relentless pressure, and clutch goaltending. With the win, the Americans […]

2025 NHL Draft: Early Looks at American Prospects

As the 2024-25 season gets underway, scouts and fans keep a close eye on the next generation of American hockey talent. With the 2025 NHL Draft still months away, it’s never too early to start sizing up the potential top picks. In this early look, we break down some of the standout American prospects at […]