A day after the U.S. women captured gold in hockey, the U.S. men's team took another step toward one of its own Friday at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Team USA took care of business against Slovakia 6-2 in the semifinals after hanging on to defeat Sweden in overtime on Wednesday. Jack Hughes had two goals, while Jack Eichel and Brady Tkachuk had a goal and an assist each. The Americans will face Canada on Sunday in the gold medal match, looking to avenge their loss in the 4 Nations Face-Off.
On the slopes, Americans Alex Ferreira won gold in the men's freeski halfpipe final. He had won a silver medal and a bronze in the past two Games, but this was his first gold medal.
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Look back at the best moments from Friday's events below.
